Para teacher accused of sexually assaulting two minor schoolgirls sought bail after charge-sheet under POCSO, IPC and SC/ST provisions. Court declined bail given the heinous nature of the offence and rejected the prayer, directing expeditious trial.
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IN THE HIGH COURT OF JHARKHAND AT RANCHI
B.A. No. 7486 of 2024
Bhutnath Mahato, aged about-43 years, S/o Rati lal Mahato, R/o. Vill-Khunti, P.O.- Khunti, P.S.-Chowka, Dist: Seraikella- Kharsawan, Jharkhand
--- --- Petitioner
Versus
The State of Jharkhand --- --- Opposite Party
CORAM: HON’BLE MR. JUSTICE NAVNEET KUMAR For the Petitioners : Mr. Mahesh Tewari, Advocate For the State : Mr. Sunil Kumar Dubey, A.P.P.
SC/ST Act.
(Navneet Kumar, J.)
A.Mohanty
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1 issue framed by the court
Whether a school teacher accused of sexually assaulting two minor students should be enlarged on regular bail after charge-sheet and cognizance.
4 provisions across 3 enactments
Bhutnath Mahato
The State of Jharkhand
Navneet Kumar
As recorded by the court registry
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