Supreme Court Upholds Bail for Law Student in Vadodara Crash

The Supreme Court dismissed the Gujarat government's plea challenging bail granted to Rakshit Ravish Chorasiya, a 23-year-old involved in a 2025 Vadodara car crash. The incident resulted in one death and nine injuries. The court emphasized the act was unintentional, considering his young age and rehabilitation potential.

The Supreme Court, on Thursday, overruled a petition by the Gujarat government challenging the bail of a 23-year-old implicated in the 2025 Vadodara car crash. The incident left one woman dead and nine others injured.

The bench, comprised of Justices Vikram Nath and N V Anjaria, declined to withdraw bail for Rakshit Ravish Chorasiya, who was reportedly under the influence of drugs at the time of the accident. He had spent nine months in jail, and the judges noted the act was neither deliberate nor voluntary.

Advocate Swati Ghildiyal, representing the state, argued against the bail, citing the accused's drug use, lack of remorse, and potential danger to society. Despite her objections, the court upheld the high court's decision based on the accused's age and the incidental nature of the crime.

(With inputs from agencies.)