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Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud Remarks on Bail in Umar Khalid's UAPA Case at Jaipur Lit Fest
Former Chief Justice DY Chandrachud stated that bail should be granted in cases of delayed trials, citing Umar Khalid's prolonged detention under UAPA in the 2020 Delhi riots case, while noting exceptions for national security concerns.
Why It Matters
Highlights tensions in India's bail jurisprudence under stringent laws like UAPA, where prolonged pre-trial detention raises constitutional concerns about liberty and speedy trials.
Timeline
7 Events
Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud's remarks on Umar Khalid case
January 18, 2026
At Jaipur Literature Festival, former CJI DY Chandrachud said bail before conviction is a right but courts must examine national security cases deeply; cited Umar Khalid's delays and prolonged detention, stating lost years in jail cannot be compensated and bail should be rule if trial delayed.[2][4]
Supreme Court denies Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam bail
January 5, 2026
Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, stating involvement in planning northeast Delhi riots and that trial delay does not automatically grant bail.[2]
Delhi High Court denies bail again
September 2025
Delhi High Court upheld previous order, denying Umar Khalid bail.[1]
Umar Khalid withdraws Supreme Court bail petition
February 14, 2024
Khalid’s counsel withdrew the bail application from Supreme Court and approached Delhi High Court again.[1]
First Supreme Court hearing and adjournments begin
May 18, 2023
Case listed before Justices Bopanna and Hima Kohli, adjourned to July 12, 2023; further adjournments on July 12 and July 24.[1]
Umar Khalid files SLP in Supreme Court
April 6, 2023
Umar Khalid filed a Special Leave Petition (SLP) in the Supreme Court challenging the Delhi High Court's bail denial.[1]
Delhi High Court rejects Umar Khalid's bail plea
October 2022
Delhi High Court rejected Umar Khalid’s bail plea in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case under UAPA.[1]