Big Setback For Congress Leader Pawan Khera: Supreme Court Refuses Bail Relief, Shifts Case To Assam

The Supreme Court has delivered a clear message in the Pawan Khera case, refusing to extend his transit anticipatory bail and directing him to seek relief in Assam. The Congress leader had requested protection till April 20, but the court declined, stating that the matter must be handled by the jurisdictional court where the FIR was filed. The bench also clarified that previous orders, including the Telangana High Court’s relief, will not impact the Assam court’s decision. The controversy began after Khera made allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife regarding passports and assets, claims that were strongly denied. The Assam government argued that Khera approached a different court to gain relief. With the Supreme Court stepping back, the case now moves to Assam, where the next crucial legal battle will unfold.