Supreme Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Pawan Khera Amid Political Controversy

The Supreme Court has extended anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case involving allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife. The court, acknowledging the political nature of the case, underscored the importance of protecting individual liberty while ensuring a thorough investigation.

In its verdict, the Supreme Court emphasized that the right to personal liberty, as enshrined in Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, must be guarded against political motivations. The court granted Khera's pre-arrest bail, citing the political rivalry that seemingly fueled the allegations.

Khera was directed to cooperate with the investigation and adhere to conditions set by the investigating officer. The court acknowledged the political context and noted that the accusations and counter-accusations suggest a politically motivated backdrop rather than a need for custodial interrogation at this stage.

(With inputs from agencies.)