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Katni land deal: Neha Pachisia's anticipatory bail hearing adjourned after three‑hour debate, next hearing on Aug 29
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 10:33 PM
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The Katni land‑deal case saw a three‑hour debate on former CSP Neha Pachisia's anticipatory bail on Tuesday, but the court could not deliver a verdict, scheduling the next hearing for August 29.
The high‑profile land‑deal dispute in Katni continued on Tuesday as the court heard arguments on former Chief Secretary Neha Pachisia's anticipatory bail. The proceedings extended for nearly three hours, with both the prosecution and defence presenting their points, but the bench was unable to reach a decision before adjournment.
The judge has scheduled a further hearing for August 29, giving the parties additional time to prepare. No order on bail was issued, leaving Pachisia in custody pending the next date.
Meanwhile, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) handling the case has reportedly intensified its probe, adding more sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act to the charge sheet. The investigation remains focused on alleged irregularities in the land transaction that sparked widespread public attention.
Legal experts note that the inclusion of additional corruption provisions could lengthen the trial and increase potential penalties if the accused is eventually convicted. The case remains under close scrutiny by both media and anti‑corruption agencies.
The Katni court's decision to postpone the bail ruling underscores the complexity of the case, which continues to draw interest across Madhya Pradesh and beyond.
The judge has scheduled a further hearing for August 29, giving the parties additional time to prepare. No order on bail was issued, leaving Pachisia in custody pending the next date.
Meanwhile, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) handling the case has reportedly intensified its probe, adding more sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act to the charge sheet. The investigation remains focused on alleged irregularities in the land transaction that sparked widespread public attention.
Legal experts note that the inclusion of additional corruption provisions could lengthen the trial and increase potential penalties if the accused is eventually convicted. The case remains under close scrutiny by both media and anti‑corruption agencies.
The Katni court's decision to postpone the bail ruling underscores the complexity of the case, which continues to draw interest across Madhya Pradesh and beyond.