Archive · 6 Sep 2025
High Court Refuses to Quash Charges Against Prison Warder
Imagine a prison where some officials were taking bribes.
One of these officials, Basavaraj Uppar, was accused of letting inmates use cell phones illegally.
He would let them use the phones for a fee, and then delete the evidence.
The High Court looked at the case and decided there was enough evidence to continue the investigation.
Uppar tried to get the charges dropped, but the court said no.
Now, the case will go to a trial court, where more evidence will be presented.
The High Court dismissed Basavaraj R. Uppar's plea to quash the charges against him.
Uppar, a former chief warder, faces charges related to bribery and corruption within the prison system.
The court found sufficient evidence, including witness statements, to proceed with the case.
Uppar allegedly facilitated illegal mobile phone use for inmates in exchange for payment.
The case originated from a complaint about bribes for parole recommendations.
- Who
- Basavaraj R. Uppar, former Chief Warder.
- What
- The High Court refused to quash charges against him in a corruption case.
- When
- The case is ongoing, originating from a complaint.
- Where
- Parappana Agrahara Central Prison, Bengaluru.
- Why
- Uppar was allegedly involved in facilitating illegal mobile phone use for inmates in exchange for bribes.
- Accused
- Basavaraj R. Uppar
- Position
- Former Chief Warder
- Prison
- Parappana Agrahara Central Prison
- Charges
- Bribery and Corruption
- Allegation
- Facilitating illegal mobile phone usage for inmates
- Bribe Amount (per hour)
- Rs300