Political Firestorm: Congress' Pawan Khera Seeks Bail in High-Profile Case

Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera has filed a petition in the Gauhati High Court seeking anticipatory bail. The case in question was filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, the wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, alleging Khera's involvement in acquiring multiple passports and undisclosed foreign assets.

Khera's move follows the Supreme Court's stay on the Telangana High Court's prior approval of anticipatory transit bail, urging him instead to pursue relief in Assam's jurisdiction. The allegations center around Khera's claims about Sharma holding multiple foreign passports and properties.

A local court in Guwahati turned down Assam Police's request for a non-bailable warrant against Khera, citing lack of substantive evidence. Khera's legal strategy continues as the political and legal drama unfolds in Assam.

(With inputs from agencies.)