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**Delhi High Court Denies Bail to Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid, and Others in 2020 Delhi Riots Conspiracy Case**

**NEW DELHI, India – September 2, 2025** – The Delhi High Court today rejected the bail pleas of nine individuals, including Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid, who are accused of being involved in a larger conspiracy behind the 2020 Delhi riots. A bench of Justice Navin Chawla and Justice Shalinder Kaur dismissed the appeals, citing the seriousness of the charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

The ruling follows a similar denial of bail to co-accused Tasleem Ahmed by a separate bench. The accused have been in custody for five years, arguing that their prolonged detention without trial violates their fundamental right to liberty.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Delhi Police, argued against the bail pleas, asserting that individuals accused of acting against the nation should remain incarcerated until proven innocent or convicted. He emphasized the severity of the riots, which resulted in the death of a police officer and injuries to over 140 others, attributing the violence to a “well-orchestrated and organised criminal conspiracy.” Mehta also defended the police investigation as “one of the finest,” citing 58 statements recorded before a magistrate.

The February 2020 riots resulted in 53 fatalities and over 700 injuries. The court’s decision underscores the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the events and the government’s stance on those accused of orchestrating the violence.

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