High Court Questions Bail Amid Parliament Breach Controversy
The Delhi High Court expressed serious concerns over a Parliament security breach case, indicating that disrupting Parliament poses severe national security threats. During the bail hearing of accused Manoranjan D, discussions arose around the use of the UAPA and potential risks posed by the accused's actions.
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In a significant development, the Delhi High Court raised grave concerns during the bail hearing of Manoranjan D, an accused in the 2023 Parliament security breach case. The court suggested that any interference with parliamentary operations could have dire national security consequences.
A division bench, composed of Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Shalinder Kaur, addressed claims from Manoranjan's defense that the use of non-toxic smoke canisters was part of a peaceful protest addressing pressing issues like unemployment. "The best way to create terror in India is to disrupt the Parliament. You disrupted the Parliament," asserted the bench, countering the defense's argument.
The security breach, which took place on December 13, 2023, saw Manoranjan and Sagar Sharma infiltrating the Lok Sabha chamber during a live session, while Neelam Azad and Amol Shinde protested externally. All individuals were apprehended for orchestrating their act with colored smoke devices. While the High Court granted bail to some, with specific restrictions and bond conditions, the Delhi Police have vigorously opposed the bail, backing their stance with UAPA charges, and arguing potential risks such as flight and witness tampering.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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