Sharjeel Imam Reaches His Native Village in Bihar After Getting 7-Day Interim Bail in 2020 Delhi Riots Case
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After securing seven days’ interim bail, Sharjeel Imam, an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case, reached his native village in Bihar, where his cousin welcomed him, saying, “Maybe a little late, but we will get justice.”
Bail Granted Till October 10
The Karkardooma court granted Imam interim bail from October 4 to October 10 and directed him to surrender before jail authorities on the evening of October 10.
Speaking about his arrival, Imam’s brother Muzammil said this was only the second time in around seven years that Sharjeel had been granted bail.
Muzammil said that Sharjeel had been granted bail for only the second time in seven years to attend his cousin’s wedding, with the interim bail granted from October 4 to October 10. He added that although the bail had come a little late, the family believed they would get justice.
Facing Charges in Delhi Riots Case
Imam has been in custody in connection with the North-East Delhi riots “larger conspiracy” case. He faces charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and several other penal provisions.
The case relates to the violence that broke out in North-East Delhi in February 2020, in which 53 people were killed and several others injured.
Delhi High Court Had Rejected Regular Bail
Imam has repeatedly sought bail in the case. On September 30, the Delhi High Court dismissed his regular bail plea along with that of activist Umar Khalid.
The court was hearing their appeals against a July 4, 2026 order of the trial court, which had rejected their bail applications.
According to the Delhi High Court’s September 30 judgment, the FIR was initially registered under provisions related to rioting and criminal conspiracy.
During the investigation, several additional provisions of the Indian Penal Code were invoked, along with Sections 13, 16, 17 and 18 of the UAPA. Provisions of the Arms Act and the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act were also added.
