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Supreme Court Grants Interim Bail to Rape Convict Asaram Bapu on Medical Grounds, Imposes Restrictions
In a significant ruling on Tuesday, the Supreme Court granted interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, who has been convicted in a 2013 rape case. The court allowed his release on medical grounds until March 31, subject to specific conditions, including a ban on meeting his followers during the period of his bail.
Asaram, whose real name is Asumal Sirumalani Harpalani, was arrested by the Jodhpur Police on August 31, 2013, after a teenage girl accused him of sexual assault at his ashram in Manai village near Jodhpur. The victim, a minor from Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, was a student at Asaram’s ashram when the alleged assault took place.
The godman, who has a history of heart problems and has suffered a heart attack in the past, presented medical reports citing his deteriorating health as a reason for seeking bail. In its order, the Supreme Court directed that law enforcement agencies be deployed to supervise Asaram during his release to ensure compliance with the conditions set forth.
This decision follows a parole release granted to Asaram on December 28, 2023, which lasted for 17 days. He returned to Jodhpur Jail on January 3, 2024, after completing his parole term.
In April 2018, a Jodhpur court sentenced Asaram Bapu to life imprisonment for the rape of the minor at his ashram. The godman has also been convicted in a separate case by a Gujarat court in January 2023 for raping a Surat-based woman at another of his ashrams in 2013.
Asaram had previously filed a petition seeking suspension of his life sentence, but in August 2023, the Gujarat High Court rejected his plea. Earlier, in 2024, the Supreme Court had sought a response from the Gujarat government on a petition filed by Asaram challenging his sentence.
Asaram’s release on bail, though temporary, has drawn significant attention given the gravity of his convictions and the restrictions imposed by the Supreme Court to prevent any potential influence over his followers.
Bantwal: Two people, including an autorickshaw driver, were injured after a lorry collided with their vehicle at Jakribettu in Bantwal on Thursday.
The injured have been identified as autorickshaw driver James Martis and passenger Mohammed Sinan. Both suffered minor injuries and are undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Deralakatte.
The autorickshaw was carrying tyres from Bantwal town towards Belthangady. The rear seat had been folded to make space for the tyres. Sinan, who was responsible for transporting the tyres to a bike company, was travelling with the driver.
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The accident occurred when the autorickshaw was entering the national highway at Jakribettu. A lorry coming from the Belthangady side reportedly collided with the autorickshaw.
Bantwal traffic police reached the spot and inspected the scene. A case has been registered, and further investigation is underway.
Udupi: A 42-year-old woman who had been evading court proceedings for nearly 17 years has been arrested by the police.
The accused has been identified as Vaneeshree alias Renuka, a resident of Begur Road in Davanagere.
She was wanted in connection with a case registered at the Udupi Town Police Station in 2009.
She had failed to appear before the court and had remained absconding for nearly 17 years.
Acting on the directions of the Manipal Police Inspector, a team of police personnel traced and arrested her in the jurisdiction of the KTJ Nagar Police Station in Davanagere on August 20, 2026.
The police team included HC 40, PC 157 and WPC 368.
The accused was produced before the Principal Civil Judge and JMFC Court in Udupi.
The court remanded her to judicial custody.
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She was subsequently lodged in the Mangaluru District Prison.
The case was registered under relevant sections of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act.
Ullal: A pedestrian was seriously injured after a car hit him at Talapady in Ullal taluk.
The injured person has been identified as 50-year-old Sharanappa, a resident of Gadag. The incident occurred when Sharanappa was standing on the side of the road.
A Kerala-registered car allegedly hit him while being driven carelessly. Sharanappa suffered serious injuries in the accident.
The Mangaluru South Traffic Police have registered a case regarding the incident. The accident has raised concerns about pedestrian safety in Talapady.
The area does not have a proper service road. Vehicles and trucks are also often parked on the main road.
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As a result, pedestrians have very little space to walk safely.
Residents have urged the concerned National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) authorities to take immediate steps to improve road safety in the area.
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