Archive · 27 Jul 2026
SC Reserves Order on Abu Salem's Premature Release Plea
Abu Salem, who was convicted in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case, is asking the Supreme Court to let him out of prison early.
He says he has already served 25 years, including time spent as an undertrial and good behavior credits.
The court is thinking about it and asked both sides to submit more information.
The CBI, however, says Salem must pay a fine of Rs 16.51 lakh before he can be considered for early release.
The court will make a decision after reviewing all the details.
The Supreme Court reserved its order on Abu Salem's plea for premature release.
Abu Salem argues that his time as an undertrial and remission should be counted towards the 25-year imprisonment limit.
The CBI insists that Salem must pay a fine of Rs 16.51 lakh before the 25-year period expires.
The court asked both sides to submit written submissions and supporting judgments within a week.
Abu Salem is currently serving a life sentence for his role in the 1993 Mumbai blasts.
- Who
- Abu Salem, a convicted gangster in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case.
- What
- Abu Salem's plea for premature release based on the 25-year imprisonment limit under extradition assurances.
- When
- The Supreme Court reserved its order on Monday.
- Where
- The case is being heard in the Supreme Court of India.
- Why
- Abu Salem argues that his time as an undertrial and remission should be counted towards the 25-year limit, while the CBI disputes this and insists on fine payment.
Abu Salem's Defense
CBI's Position
Custody Period Calculation
Abu Salem's Defense
Abu Salem argues that his time as an undertrial and remission should be counted towards the 25-year imprisonment limit.
CBI's Position
The CBI disputes the calculation and insists on the fine payment before considering premature release.
Fine Payment
Abu Salem's Defense
Abu Salem seeks clarity on whether he needs to pay fines or serve additional sentences.
CBI's Position
The CBI maintains that the fine is mandatory and must be paid before the 25-year period expires.
- Convict
- Abu Salem
- Crime
- 1993 Mumbai serial blasts
- Current Sentence
- Life imprisonment
- Extradition Assurances
- 25-year imprisonment limit
- Fine Amount
- Rs 16.51 lakh
- Deadline for Fine Payment
- October 12, 2030
