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Crime
Delhi Court Grants Bail to Luthra Brothers Citing Unequal Treatment
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 09 Oct 2026, 11:18 AM
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A Delhi court released the Luthra brothers on bail after observing that similar cases had faced harsher treatment.
The Delhi Sessions Court ordered the release of the Luthra brothers on bail, stating that the disparity in how comparable defendants were treated weighed in their favour. The brothers had been in custody pending trial when the bench examined precedents where co‑accused in similar matters received stricter conditions.
Presiding Judge Anil Kumar highlighted the principle of equal treatment under law, noting that the lack of uniformity could undermine confidence in the judicial process. He granted bail with standard conditions, including surrender of passport and regular reporting to the police station.
Legal analysts said the decision underscores the court's willingness to ensure consistency in bail jurisprudence, especially in high‑profile cases where public perception of bias can be heightened. The ruling does not affect the ongoing investigation, and the brothers remain subject to further judicial scrutiny.
Presiding Judge Anil Kumar highlighted the principle of equal treatment under law, noting that the lack of uniformity could undermine confidence in the judicial process. He granted bail with standard conditions, including surrender of passport and regular reporting to the police station.
Legal analysts said the decision underscores the court's willingness to ensure consistency in bail jurisprudence, especially in high‑profile cases where public perception of bias can be heightened. The ruling does not affect the ongoing investigation, and the brothers remain subject to further judicial scrutiny.