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Gujarat High Court Extends Asaram Bapu's Bail in 2013 Rape Case By; Abhishek Jat, Advocate   April 3, 2025 The Gujarat High Court has extended Asaram Bapu's temporary bail by three months on medical grounds in a significant ruling that highlights considerations for elderly prisoners with health concerns. Justice A.S. Supehia delivered the final verdict after a Division Bench comprising Justices Ilesh J. Vora and Sandeep N. Bhatt had earlier reached a split decision on the matter. Case Background Asaram, now 86 years old, was serving a life sentence under Sections 376(2)(c) and 377 of the Penal Code, 1860, having completed nearly 10 years of imprisonment. The Supreme Court had previously granted him temporary bail until March 31, 2025, on medical grounds with liberty to approach the High Court for extension if needed. Medical Conditions Cited The court noted Asaram's multiple health issues including: Ischemic heart disease Hypertension Hypothyroidism Anem...

  Gujarat High Court Rejects Plea for Compassionate Appointment, Emphasizes Policy Integrity By Abhishek Jat, Advocate In a significant ruling, the  Gujarat High Court  has underscored that the  compassionate appointment policy  cannot be misused for personal gain. The court dismissed a petition filed by a mother seeking compassionate employment for her adult son from the  Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) , holding that the petitioner lacked the  locus standi  to file such a claim and had suppressed material facts regarding her family’s financial condition. Case Background The petitioner’s husband, an  Administrative Officer  at LIC, passed away in 2022 while in service. He was survived by his wife, a 23-year-old son, and a 22-year-old daughter pursuing her  MD in Pharmacology . Following her husband’s demise, the petitioner applied for  terminal benefits  and sought a  compassionate appointment  for her s...