Delhi Court Restores Twice‑Weekly Video Calls for Former Student Leader Omar Khalid

An Additional Sessions Judge in New Delhi granted former student leader Omar Khalid permission to make two video‑call contacts with his family each week. The court ruled that Khalid, who has been incarcerated for six years in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots, has not violated any prison regulations during his detention, justifying the continuation of the twice‑weekly communication.

The prison administration had argued that current rules allow only one weekly video call, but the judge rejected that objection, noting Khalid’s satisfactory conduct and the absence of any complaints. The decision does not affect his bail status; Khalid remains in custody while the riot‑related case proceeds.

The order is seen as a modest relief for Khalid’s family, reaffirming his right to maintain regular contact despite ongoing legal proceedings.