Archive · 3 Sep 2025
Delhi High Court Denies Bail to Umar Khalid, Others
The Delhi High Court decided that Umar Khalid and others accused in the 2020 Delhi riots will not be released on bail.
The court has said the trial is moving at a normal pace, and a quick trial might not be fair to everyone involved.
Umar Khalid, his father, and partner are disappointed as he has been in jail for five years, and are now planning to ask the Supreme Court for help.
The court found that the speeches given by the accused were serious.
The court stated that everyone has a right to protest, but those actions cannot harm the law.
Delhi High Court dismissed bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others.
The accused have been in jail for approximately five years.
The court said the trial is progressing at a natural pace.
The court noted that the speeches given by the accused were inflammatory.
Umar Khalid's family plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.
- Who
- Delhi High Court
- What
- Denied bail to Umar Khalid and others in the 2020 Delhi riots case.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Delhi
- Why
- The court deemed the allegations against the accused grave and the trial proceeding naturally.
Defense's View
Court's View
Trial Progress
Defense's View
The defense believes that a speedy trial should occur or bail should be granted, especially after five years of imprisonment.
Court's View
The court believes the trial is progressing at a natural pace and that a fast trial would be detrimental to both sides.
Role of Accused
Defense's View
Some believed the accused had limited roles.
Court's View
The court found Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam's roles were prima facie grave.
- Court
- Delhi High Court
- Case
- 2020 Delhi Riots Conspiracy
- Defendants
- Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, others
- Bail Denials
- Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others
- Length of Custody
- Approximately five years
- Next Step
- Appealing to the Supreme Court
Sources
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