1 year ago
Delhi Court Allows 26/11 Accused Rana to Make Phone Calls
Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, got permission from a Delhi court to make three phone calls this month.
The calls are to his brother to discuss hiring a private lawyer.
The court will record the calls, which must be in English or Hindi, with prison officials listening.
Rana's custody was also extended until September 8th.
Rana is alleged to be connected to David Coleman Headley, a key figure in the 26/11 attacks.
Delhi court authorized 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Hussain Rana to make three phone calls.
The calls are to his brother to discuss hiring a private counsel.
The calls must be recorded and in English or Hindi with prison authorities present.
Special Judge Chander Jit Singh extended Rana's judicial custody until September 8.
Rana is linked to 26/11 attacks main conspirator David Coleman Headley.
- Who
- Tahawwur Hussain Rana, an accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
- What
- Delhi court allowed Tahawwur Rana to make three phone calls.
- Where
- Delhi, India
- When
- The calls will occur this month.
- Why
- To discuss engaging a private counsel.
Defense
N/A
Phone Calls for Defense
Defense
The accused is allowed phone calls to organize a defense.
N/A
N/A
Key facts
- Accused
- Tahawwur Hussain Rana
- Case
- 26/11 Mumbai attacks
- Court
- Delhi court
- Judge
- Chander Jit Singh
- Phone Calls
- Three
- Call Purpose
- Discuss private counsel
- Custody Extended Until
- September 8
Timeline
Rana, 26/11 accused, sought permission to contact his family.
He then requested phone calls, prompting the court's consideration.
In response, the court asked the jail for a statement.
The court reviewed Rana's request, awaiting the jail's reply.
Finally, Rana got approval for three calls to his brother, recorded.
