BJP welcomes SC decision rejecting bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam
Denial of bail based on 'prima facie' allegation raises concerns about due process.
The Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case, finding a prima facie allegation against them. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla welcomed the decision, criticizing opposition parties for their alleged support of the accused and calling the riots "deliberate and well-thought-out acts." He also accused the Aam Aadmi Party and other parties of harboring "anti-Hindu" sentiment and promoting violence.
3 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
Supreme Court to pronounce verdict in bail pleas of Umar Khalid, others in Delhi riots case on January 5
5 JAN 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
The Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case, prompting the BJP to welcome the decision.
6 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
JNU students protested against Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah following the Supreme Court's denial of bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam.
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