Back on ‘Shikaar’: Mahua Moitra Slams Bail to Swatantra Bhardwaj After His New ‘Warning’ Video
The court barred him from discussing the case or contacting the complainant while it weighs regular bail after 3 weeks.
- On Thursday, self-styled Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj was released from Tihar Jail late that night after a Delhi court granted him three weeks' interim bail on Tuesday in connection with an alleged assault.
- Bhardwaj's arrest followed public outrage over an interview in which he claimed he had 'cracked the skull' of a student activist's father during a June 23 protest at Jantar Mantar.
- The Cockroach Janta Party protested outside the Parliament Street police station on September 4, demanding his arrest. The court observed that 'bail is an expression of the court's trust,' cautioning against celebrations.
- Strict conditions prohibit Bhardwaj from discussing the case or contacting the complainant during his interim release. He is barred from posting about his defense or the complainant's family on any media platform.
- The court will observe Bhardwaj's conduct over the three-week interim period before determining whether to grant regular bail. Further proceedings are scheduled for October 6 for the court's review.
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Swatantra Bhardwaj released from Tihar Jail
Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj has been released from Tihar Jail on three weeks' interim bail in connection with an alleged assault case. A Delhi court imposed strict conditions, including a ban on discussing the case publicly or contacting the complainant, and will review his conduct before considering regular bail.
Influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj, arrested in connection with the assault during the Jantar Mantar protest, walked out of Tihar Jail on Thursday. He was released last night after completing legal formalities following a court bail.
Swatantra Bhardwaj challenges Bhim Army chief despite bail order
Hindutva worker Swatantra Bhardwaj, currently out on bail, has issued a challenge to Bhim Army leader Chandrasekhar Azad, despite the court restricting him from “public displays” on the street or social media and barring him from speaking to the press. A video of Bhardwaj surfaced on social media on Thursday, September 17, a day after … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on …
CJP Protest Assault Case: Court Issues Warrant for Release of Swatantra Bhardwaj from Jail
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Patiala House Court on Thursday issued a release warrant for Swatantra Bhardwaj from Tihar Jail after verification of the surety furnished in connection with his three-week interim bail granted on September 15. Bhardwaj, who was arrested in a case of alleged assault on Sanjay Azad, was granted bail on furnishing a bond of Rs 50,000 and one surety in the like amount. India News | CJP Prote…
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