Asaram Gets 20-Day Parole

In a significant development, the Rajasthan High Court has granted 20-day parole to self-styled godman Asaram, who has been serving life imprisonment in Jodhpur jail for the past 13 years. Asaram was convicted in a minor rape case and has been behind bars since 2013. The court's decision to grant parole is conditional, and Asaram will have to adhere to certain conditions during his temporary release. The government had expressed concerns about Asaram's release, but the court found no solid grounds to reject his plea. This is the first time Asaram has been granted parole since his conviction.