Delhi Court Grants Bail in Notorious Gang Rivalry Murder Case

A Delhi court has granted bail to Nitin alias Ashu, accused in a 2021 murder, citing prolonged incarceration as violative of his right to a speedy trial. The case involves gang rivalry and serious allegations, but the court prioritized constitutional rights and concluded that detention should not be punitive.

A Delhi court has granted bail to a man linked to a high-profile 2021 murder case. The decision came as the court emphasized that keeping him in custody would violate his constitutional right to a speedy trial.

Presiding over the matter, Additional Sessions Judge Muneesh Garg highlighted that prolonged detention of Nitin alias Ashu, accused of murdering Jafar alias Azad in a gang feud, could not be justified. The trial, expected to extend over a long duration, prompted the court to approve bail on a personal bond.

The prosecutor had objected, citing strong evidence including CCTV footage. However, defense counsel pointed out discrepancies in the investigation and raised concerns over potential tampering with evidence, which the court found unlikely given recent testimonies. The court noted a change in circumstances, ensuring the accused's release with conditions.

(With inputs from agencies.)