2020 Delhi riots: Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid move fresh bail pleas in ‘larger conspiracy’ case

Activists Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid have filed fresh bail pleas in the 2020 Delhi riots 'larger conspiracy' case. The court has requested a response from the Delhi Police, with a hearing scheduled for July 4, 2026.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing legal debates regarding the application of the UAPA and the prolonged detention of activists without trial.
Activists Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid have moved fresh bail applications before a Delhi court in the larger conspiracy case related to the 2020 northeast Delhi riots.
The article reports on court proceedings and legal filings without taking a stance on the guilt or innocence of the accused.
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