Unnao Rape Case | Kuldeep Singh Sengar Bail | Delhi High Court Protest
Protests were witnessed outside the Delhi High Court on Friday after the court suspended the life sentence of former BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case. Protesters gathered near the court premises, raising slogans against the bail order and calling it a blow to justice and survivor safety.
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Legal Reasoning Behind the Bail Order
The bail order was passed on December 23, 2025, by a division bench of Justice Subramonium Prasad and Justice Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar. The court observed that Sengar does not fall under the definition of a “public servant” for the purpose of aggravated sexual assault under the POCSO Act, raising questions over the applicability of harsher sentencing provisions.
The court also took note of the fact that Sengar has already spent a considerable period in custody, which exceeded the maximum punishment prescribed for certain offences under the Act.
Health Grounds Cited During Bail Hearing
During the hearing, Sengar’s legal team also cited his medical condition, stating that he suffers from diabetes and asthma. While health grounds alone were not the sole basis for the relief, their mention formed part of the overall arguments considered by the court.
Legal experts say such submissions are routinely examined but must be weighed carefully against the gravity of the crime.
Survivor Calls the Order “Kaal” for Her Family
The Unnao rape survivor reacted strongly to the suspension of the sentence, stating that the decision has reopened years of fear and trauma for her family.
“For us, this order is like ‘Kaal’ (death). I do not feel safe anymore.”
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The survivor recalled past incidents to explain her fear, stating that harm was earlier inflicted through intermediaries rather than directly, deepening concerns about her safety even now.
Key Clarification: Sengar Will Not Be Released
It is important to note that despite the bail in the rape case, Kuldeep Singh Sengar will continue to remain in jail. He has not been granted bail in the separate case related to the custodial death of the survivor’s father, in which he was sentenced to 10 years of imprisonment.
This legal position has been clarified by officials to prevent public misunderstanding about his immediate release.
CBI to Challenge Bail in Supreme Court
According to reports, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has decided to challenge the Delhi High Court’s bail order before the Supreme Court. Sources indicate that the agency has already prepared a Special Leave Petition (SLP) and is expected to move the apex court shortly.
The survivor’s family has welcomed the move, stating that only a higher judicial review can restore their faith in the justice system.
Protests Reflect Wider Concerns Over Justice
Women’s rights activists and protesters questioned how survivors can feel secure when convicted offenders obtain relief through legal interpretations. They argued that the Unnao rape case is no longer just about one individual, but about accountability, power, and the limits of survivor protection under existing laws.
As the matter now heads towards a Supreme Court challenge, the demand for justice for the Unnao daughter continues to resonate beyond the courtroom.
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