In a significant development in the Elgar Parishad case, activists Rona Wilson and Sudhir Dhawale were released from jail on Friday, over two weeks after the Bombay High Court granted them bail on January 8, 2025.
Background of the Case
Rona Wilson and Sudhir Dhawale were among the 16 individuals arrested following the Elgar Parishad event held on December 31, 2017, in Pune, Maharashtra. The event allegedly featured inflammatory speeches that, according to authorities, incited violence at Koregaon-Bhima the following day.
The Pune Police initially investigated the case, alleging that the event was supported by Maoist groups. Later, the case was transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for further investigation.
Legal Proceedings and Bail Grant
The Bombay High Court, after reviewing the charges and evidence, granted bail to Rona Wilson and Sudhir Dhawale on January 8, 2025. Their release marks another milestone in the controversial case, as several of the 16 accused have now secured bail.
The activists had been in custody since their arrest in 2018, enduring prolonged legal battles over allegations of links to banned organizations and incitement to violence.
Case Status
The Elgar Parishad case has drawn widespread attention for its implications on civil liberties and activism. While the NIA continues to pursue its case against the accused, the release of Wilson and Dhawale highlights ongoing judicial scrutiny of the evidence and charges brought forward.
Stay updated on further developments in the Elgar Parishad case, a significant legal and social issue in India.
