Mumbai Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to SP MLA Abu Azmi in Aurangzeb Remarks Case

Abu Azmi, who faced suspension from the Maharashtra Assembly over his comments, must comply with bail conditions and cooperate with the investigation.

• Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Azmi was granted anticipatory bail by a Mumbai Sessions Court in a case related to his remarks about Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.
• Azmi is required to furnish a ₹20,000 surety bond and appear before the investigating officer on March 12, 13, and 15 as part of the bail conditions.
• The case was filed under multiple sections of the Bombay Penal Code, including charges related to culpable homicide and assault.
• Azmi faced backlash and suspension from the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly for the remainder of the budget session following his controversial remarks.
• In a social media post on March 11, Azmi paid tribute to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, whom Aurangzeb ordered executed, calling him a valiant warrior and defender of Dharma.

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