‘Kafir screenshot’ case: order on SIT plea to cancel accused’s bail today
A court in Vadakara is set to rule on a petition to cancel the bail of a DYFI leader accused in the 'kafir screenshot' case, which involved the circulation of inflammatory content during the Lok Sabha elections. The prosecution alleges the accused violated bail conditions by posting messages that interfered with the investigation.
Why it matters
The case highlights the intersection of social media, political polarization, and legal accountability in Indian electoral processes.
The Judicial First Class Magistrate Court, Vadakara, is expected to deliver its order on Friday on a petition filed by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) seeking the cancellation of bail granted to Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) leader Jithin Bhaskar in the alleged ‘kafir screenshot’ case.
The prosecution argued that after being released on bail, the accused had violated the conditions of his bail by posting messages on Facebook that allegedly challenged the investigating team and attempted to create public unrest. It also held him responsible for the interference with the course of investigation.
Meanwhile, the Kozhikode sessions court is also expected to pronounce its order on Friday on the anticipatory bail plea filed by another DYFI leader, Ribesh Ramakrishnan, in connection with the case.
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