Tue Feb 03 05:20:34 UTC 2026: ### Pune Porsche Accident: Bail Granted to Accused in Blood Sample Tampering Case Sparks Outrage

The Story:

The family of Anish Awadhiya, one of the two IT professionals killed in the May 19, 2024, Pune Porsche accident, has voiced strong disapproval following the Supreme Court’s decision to grant bail to three individuals accused of aiding in the tampering of blood samples. The case revolves around a 17-year-old boy, allegedly driving under the influence, who fatally struck Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta in Pune’s Kalyani Nagar area. The individuals granted bail – Amar Santish Gaikwad (alleged middleman), Aditya Avinash Sood, and Ashish Satish Mittal (parents of other juveniles in the car) – are accused of conspiring to replace the blood samples to protect the main accused.

Key Points:

  • The May 19, 2024, accident involved a Porsche driven by a 17-year-old that resulted in the deaths of two IT professionals.
  • The Supreme Court granted bail to Amar Santish Gaikwad, Aditya Avinash Sood, and Ashish Satish Mittal, accused of tampering with blood samples.
  • Anish Awadhiya’s family has expressed disappointment, claiming justice has not been served and the bail sends a negative message to society.
  • The accused had been in jail for 18 months prior to the bail being granted.
  • The Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) initially granted the minor accused lenient bail conditions, including writing an essay on road safety, which triggered public outcry.
  • Bombay High Court rejected the bail pleas of eight accused, including Mr. Gaikwad, Mr. Sood and Mr. Mittal, in December 16 last year.

Key Takeaways:

  • The case highlights concerns about the influence of wealth and privilege in the Indian justice system, particularly in cases involving minors.
  • Public sentiment is strongly against leniency for those involved in drunk driving accidents, especially when fatal.
  • The judiciary faces scrutiny regarding bail decisions, especially when perceived as undermining justice for victims.
  • The initial lenient bail granted to the minor by the JJB demonstrates potential weaknesses in the juvenile justice system’s handling of serious offenses.
  • The news surrounding this case remains prevalent, showing sustained public interest and outrage in the handling of the case

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