‘Protest in favour of Iran doesn’t promote communal enmity’: Madhya Pradesh High Court grants bail in Insta reel case
Indian Express·4h ago·Hope
What Happened
Madhya Pradesh High Court granted bail to Wasim Khan and Yousuf Mehafooz, arrested March 8 for an Instagram reel supporting Iran. Justice Ramkumar Choubey ruled the content expressed political protest, not communal enmity. Court found insufficient evidence under Section 196(1)(a) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Both accused released on Rs 50,000 personal bonds with surety.
Key Entities
Madhya Pradesh High CourtWasim KhanYousuf MehafoozJustice Ramkumar ChoubeyInstagram reelIranSection 196(1)(a) Bharatiya Nyaya SanhitaKotwali police stationRaisen