Supreme Court Questions Cops on Sharjeel and Umar’s Speeches

The Supreme Court questioned Delhi Police on the application of UAPA provisions against Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others for their speeches linked to the Delhi riots, noting the lack of direct evidence involving arms. The court sought clarification on how Section 15 applies when no weapons were used by the accused, who have been imprisoned for over five years. The defense argued that their speeches promoted peaceful protest, while police claimed a conspiracy was behind the riots. The hearing, which lasted 11 days, concluded with the court reserving its order on the bail pleas.

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