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Crime
Neha Jha Granted Bail in Samastipur 75-Litre Foreign Liquor Case After 25 Days
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 06:16 PM
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Neha Jha, accused in the Swatantrata Senani Express liquor seizure involving 75 litres of foreign alcohol, was released on bail after spending 25 days in custody, while the Special Investigation Team continues its probe.
Neha Jha, who was arrested in connection with the Swatantrata Senani Express operation that uncovered 75 litres of imported liquor in Samastipur, obtained bail from the district court after 25 days behind bars. The bail order was granted on medical and personal grounds, allowing her to be released pending further trial.
The case, which has drawn significant media attention, is being investigated by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) appointed by the state government. The SIT has affirmed that the probe will continue to ascertain the full chain of procurement and distribution of the contraband alcohol.
Legal experts note that while bail provides temporary relief, the investigation remains active and the court will schedule subsequent hearings to determine the final disposition of the charges against Jha and other alleged participants.
The case, which has drawn significant media attention, is being investigated by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) appointed by the state government. The SIT has affirmed that the probe will continue to ascertain the full chain of procurement and distribution of the contraband alcohol.
Legal experts note that while bail provides temporary relief, the investigation remains active and the court will schedule subsequent hearings to determine the final disposition of the charges against Jha and other alleged participants.