Quick Summary: Ravisankar, accused of trespassing and assault in Salem, was granted bail by Judge Sunder Mohan on February 20, 2026. The case involved property disputes and accusations of caste-based mistreatment.
On February 2, 2026, Ravisankar was arrested in Salem for allegedly trespassing and attacking a woman named Thangaponnu. The charges included violations under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The incident happened after Ravisankar reportedly bought a property that was in dispute.
The prosecution claimed Ravisankar forced his way onto the property, kicked out Thangaponnu, and insulted her based on her caste. On the other hand, Ravisankar's defense argued that he legally bought the property and that the complaint was false. They said Thangaponnu had entered the property without permission two days before the incident.
Ravisankar's lawyer, Mr. T. Ganesan, argued that the accusations were groundless and that Ravisankar already owned the property. The defense requested bail, saying keeping him in custody longer was unnecessary. Thangaponnu's lawyer, Mr. K. Jayachandiran, argued that she was the rightful resident and had been wrongfully removed.
Judge Sunder Mohan decided to grant bail, considering the nature of the accusations and the time Ravisankar had already spent in custody. The court set several conditions for bail:
"The appellant shall not commit any offenses of similar nature," emphasized the court.
Judge Mohan ordered the police to ensure Thangaponnu's safety and warned Ravisankar against messing with evidence. If he breaks the rules, the court could take action, including filing a new report.
The decision shows the challenges of property disputes and the legal system's role in balancing accusations with rights.
