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Pawan Khera Moves SC After Gauhati HC Rejects Bail in Passport Case
Congress leader Pawan Khera has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Gauhati High Court's recent rejection of his anticipatory bail plea. The case stems from an FIR filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, over Khera's allegations regarding her alleged possession of multiple foreign passports and undisclosed overseas assets. The Gauhati High Court denied Khera pre-arrest bail on April 24, deeming the case more serious than mere defamation. Khera filed a Special Leave Petition in the apex court on April 26. The Congress party has reiterated its strong support for Khera, expressing confidence in justice prevailing.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Pawan Khera moved the Supreme Court challenging the Gauhati High Court's rejection of his anticipatory bail plea.
The FIR was lodged by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma.
Allegations involve Khera's claims about her possessing multiple foreign passports and undisclosed assets.
The Gauhati High Court rejected Khera's bail on April 24, citing a prima facie case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
WHY IT MATTERS
This case highlights the growing legal challenges faced by opposition political figures for their remarks, bringing into focus issues of defamation, freedom of speech, and the political implications of such judicial processes in India.