In a recent development, the Supreme Court has directed the Union of India to provide clarification on its stance regarding the possible formulation of a new Bail Law, aligning with the directives laid out in its 2022 ruling in the case of Satender Kumar Antil v. Central Bureau of Investigation.
Justices MM Sundresh and SVN Bhatti, presiding over the bench, sought confirmation on whether the government is actively considering the implementation of a new legislative framework for bail, echoing the recommendations put forth by the Court in the aforementioned case.
This inquiry signifies the Court’s ongoing commitment to ensuring compliance with its previous judgments and underscores the significance of potential reforms in the realm of bail laws.