Supreme Court Grants Bail to AAP's Manish Sisodia in Delhi Excise Policy Case After 17 Months

Aug 9, 2024, 05:34 AM

The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia after 17 months in custody, citing the principle that bail is the rule and jail is the exception. Sisodia was held in connection with alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy. The court criticized the prolonged incarceration and delay in trial, highlighting that a speedy trial could take years due to the volume of evidence and witnesses. The decision has been celebrated by AAP members, including Sanjay Singh and Raghav Chadha, who view it as a victory for truth and justice.