Delhi riots conspiracy case legal proceedings

Legal proceedings continue regarding the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case, involving charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

In late September 2026, the Supreme Court of India eased bail conditions for Meeran Haider, an accused in the case. The court reduced his required reporting frequency to the Crime Branch to once a week and granted exemptions for personal police appearances to accommodate his wedding. However, Haider remains prohibited from participating in gatherings, addressing rallies, or using social media.

Concurrently, the Delhi High Court denied bail applications for Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. A division bench comprising Justice Pratibha M. Singh and Justice Dinesh Bhatt stated that the court could not deviate from previous Supreme Court directions. The court noted that bail reconsideration would depend on the completion of witness examinations or the passing of one year from the date of the previous order, whichever occurs first.

The prosecution, represented by the Delhi Police, has characterized Khalid and Imam as the ‘masterminds’ and ‘command authority’ behind the orchestrated violence, while the court previously described them as appearing to be “key conspirators” in the matter.