Supreme Court Grants Bail to BRS Leader K Kavitha After 168 Days in Custody

Aug 27, 2024, 11:45 AM

The Supreme Court has granted bail to Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha on August 27, who was implicated in the alleged Delhi excise policy scam. Kavitha, who had been in custody for about 168 days, was accused of tampering with evidence by formatting her mobile phone. However, she denied the allegations, calling them bogus. The Supreme Court questioned the probe agencies on the material evidence linking Kavitha to the crime. The court's decision overruled a previous Delhi High Court verdict, with the justices criticizing the prosecution's reliance on incorrect material. The case has been described as politically motivated by Kavitha's supporters, and the bail order is seen as a significant judgment regarding the rights of women in bail matters.