2020 Delhi riots: SC dismisses Umar Khalid’s plea seeking review of order denying him bail
Indian Express·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Supreme Court dismissed Umar Khalid's review petition seeking bail in the 2020 Delhi riots case on April 16. The bench maintained that evidence suggests Khalid's involvement in planning and mobilisation beyond localised acts. Khalid and Sharjeel Imam remain denied bail while five other accused received bail. The riots killed 53 people and injured over 700.
Key Entities
Supreme CourtUmar Khalid2020 Delhi RiotsSharjeel ImamJustice Aravind KumarJustice N V AnjariaUAPA