Delhi HC To Rule On Kuldeep Singh Sengar's Bail Plea In Custodial Death Case

The Delhi High Court is scheduled to pronounce its verdict today at 2:30 PM regarding the bail plea of former Unnao MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar. The plea pertains to the custodial death case of the Unnao rape victim's father, where Sengar is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence. During the proceedings, Sengar's counsel argued for a suspension of sentence, citing 'long incarceration' and medical grounds requiring treatment outside Tihar Jail. However, the CBI and the victim's family have strongly opposed the plea. Even if the court grants bail in this instance, Sengar will remain incarcerated as the Supreme Court recently stayed a previous High Court order that had suspended his life sentence in the primary rape case. The programme provides a comprehensive recap of the legal arguments and the current status of the multiple cases involving the former legislator.