In a significant development, gangster Chhota Rajan has been granted bail by the Bombay High Court in the 2001 murder case of hotelier Jaya Shetty. The court’s decision suspends Rajan’s life sentence, previously handed down on May 30, 2024, by a special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) court in Mumbai.
The Bombay High Court, in a ruling delivered on October 23, directed Rajan to furnish a bond of ₹ one lakh for his release. However, it’s crucial to note that this bail pertains only to the Jaya Shetty murder case. Rajan will continue to remain behind bars due to his involvement in other criminal proceedings.
The granting of bail to a notorious figure like Chhota Rajan has sparked considerable public attention and debate. The legal ramifications of this decision, particularly its impact on the ongoing fight against organized crime, remain to be seen. This case highlights the complex and intricate nature of the Indian criminal justice system and the ongoing struggle to balance the rights of accused individuals with the need to ensure public safety.
