The High Court of Bombay canceled the bail of Aakash Sandhi Bindu, which was initially given by a lower court, in a serious criminal case. The decision was made on September 30, 2025, by Judge Neela Gokhale.
Aakash Sandhi Bindu was accused, along with two others, of serious crimes under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. The case was registered at the D.N. Nagar Police Station in Mumbai. Initially, the Sessions Court granted bail on February 24, 2025, but the State of Maharashtra wanted to cancel this bail.
Ms. Megha Bajoria, representing the State, argued that the lower court did not properly consider the medical evidence and how serious the accusations were. She highlighted several key points:
An application from the victim's side was allowed, supporting the State's plea. Mr. Shivamsinh Deshmukh, representing the victim, added that there was evidence showing a plan to commit the crime, such as items found at the crime scene.
Mr. Shlok Saraogi, defending Aakash Sandhi Bindu, claimed there were inconsistencies in the victim's statements and questioned the timeline of the events. He argued that the bail should not be canceled.
Judge Neela Gokhale reviewed the case details and found that the lower court had not considered all the evidence properly. The court emphasized that Aakash Sandhi Bindu's marriage was not a valid reason for bail in such a serious case.
"The impending marriage of an accused is not one of the reasons for granting bail in a serious crime," stated Judge Gokhale.
The bail granted to Aakash Sandhi Bindu was canceled, and he was told to turn himself in within two days. The court's decision highlights the importance of considering the seriousness and evidence in criminal cases, especially involving serious crimes.
