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Supreme Court Judge Recuses from Hearing Bail Plea
india · The HinduA Supreme Court judge recused himself from hearing a bail plea filed by activist Surendra Gadling, citing personal difficulties. This marks the third time a judge has recused themselves from hearing Gadling's bail plea without giving a reason. Gadling has been in custody for over seven years.
At a glance
- Gadling's bail plea has been adjourned 11 times in the Supreme Court.
- He has been in custody since June 2018 without a trial.
- The recusal order does not disclose the reason behind the judge's decision.