Bail Granted to Kerala Nuns: Legal Battle Continues
Two nuns from Kerala, accused of human trafficking and forced conversion, were granted bail from Durg Central Jail. Their release sparked a political conflict in Chhattisgarh, where alleged victims sought action against Bajrang Dal activists. A special court imposed conditions on the bail, awaiting detailed order release.
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In a high-profile case, two Catholic nuns from Kerala, accused of human trafficking and forced conversion, were granted bail by a special court in Chhattisgarh. The nuns, Preethy Mary and Vandana Francis, were released from Durg Central Jail amidst political turmoil.
Leaders from Kerala, including LDF MPs and BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar, welcomed their release. The case has drawn significant attention, with the alleged victims of trafficking challenging Bajrang Dal activists in Narayanpur, accusing them of aggression and coercion.
The bail, approved by Principal District and Sessions Judge Sirajuddin Qureshi, requires the nuns to surrender their passports and remain in India, alongside co-accused Sukaman Mandavi. Continued legal developments and reactions from political factions signal an ongoing contentious narrative.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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