Activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam have filed fresh bail applications in a Delhi court, arguing that their prolonged detention without trial for nearly six years violates their fundamental rights. The court has sought a response from Delhi Police, with the next hearing scheduled for July 4. The case is linked to the 2020 northeast Delhi riots.
Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam have filed new bail applications in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. A Delhi court has issued a notice to the police, seeking their response by July 4. The pleas come after the Supreme Court questioned previous bail rejections under the UAPA.
The Supreme Court has referred key questions on bail for Delhi riots accused Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam to a larger bench, citing doubts about a previous ruling. Two other accused, Tasleem Ahmed and Khalid Saifi, received interim bail.
The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the review petition filed by student activist Umar Khalid challenging the court's January 1, 2026 judgment that denied him bail in the 2020 Delhi riots case. Khalid, booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, sought relief after five co-accused were granted bail in the same ruling. The court observed that prolonged incarceration cannot be used as a gateway to bail.
