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SC to Consider Bail for Asaram if Health Worsens
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jodhpur
🗓 30 Jun 2026, 11:15 AM
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The Supreme Court stated it would consider granting bail to Asaram Bapu only if his health condition becomes critical. The court was hearing his plea for bail in a rape case.
The Supreme Court of India has indicated that it may reconsider the bail plea of Asaram Bapu if his medical condition deteriorates significantly. The apex court made these observations during the hearing of his bail application.
Asaram, who is currently serving a life sentence for rape, had approached the Supreme Court seeking bail. However, the court's stance suggests that the gravity of his conviction and the nature of the case are being weighed against his current health status.
The court's decision highlights a judicial approach where bail on health grounds is contingent upon a severe and critical medical emergency, rather than routine health concerns.
Asaram, who is currently serving a life sentence for rape, had approached the Supreme Court seeking bail. However, the court's stance suggests that the gravity of his conviction and the nature of the case are being weighed against his current health status.
The court's decision highlights a judicial approach where bail on health grounds is contingent upon a severe and critical medical emergency, rather than routine health concerns.