‘Shared info with Pakistani officer from key post, may influence witnesses’: Bombay HC denies bail to ex-DRDO scientist
Indian Express·4h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Bombay High Court denied bail to former DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar, arrested in 2023 for alleged espionage. The court found he shared sensitive information with a Pakistani intelligence officer while heading DRDO's Research and Development Establishment. Justice Shivkumar Dige cited witness intimidation and absconding risks. Kurulkar allegedly communicated with the officer for one year, discussing restricted projects including Rustom 2 drone and tank operations programs.
Key Entities
Bombay High CourtPradeep KurulkarDRDOMaharashtra Anti-Terrorism SquadPakistani Intelligence OfficerJustice Shivkumar G DigeRustom 2Official Secrets Act