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Issues involved: Bail application rejection, grounds for cancellation of bail, pending trial against the appellant, political rivalry, completion of trial within a specified period.
Bail Application Rejection: The appellant, accused in a criminal case, had his bail application rejected by the Sessions Court initially. Subsequently, a second bail application was allowed, leading to a challenge by the second respondent in the High Court. The High Court set aside the bail, citing lack of change in circumstances and violation of judicial propriety in granting bail based on similar grounds as the first application. Pending Trial Against the Appellant: The appellant faced multiple criminal cases, including allegations of attempting to cause death and involvement in various crimes. The appellant's counsel argued that many cases were politically motivated and baseless, with some cases against the appellant being closed by investigating agencies. The appellant also highlighted pending cases against the second respondent, questioning the right to seek cancellation of bail. Completion of Trial within Specified Period: The Supreme Court directed the Sessions Judge to expedite the trial within three months. If the trial extended beyond this period for reasons other than the accused's non-cooperation, the appellant could reapply for bail. The Court emphasized that the bail decision should be based on merits, independent of the High Court's observations in the impugned order. Conclusion: The Supreme Court disposed of the appeal, instructing the completion of the trial within the specified timeframe and allowing the appellant to seek bail again if necessary, with a focus on the merits of the application.
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