Bombay High Court declares Thane-based journalist Abhijit Padale's arrest as illegal, orders Maharashtra govt compensation, and investigates police conduct.

Bombay High Court declared the arrest of Thane-based journalist, Abhijit Padale, as illegal, directing Maharashtra govt to pay a compensation of ₹25,000 for violating his right to liberty. Court stated no arrest should be made solely on allegations and urged police to verify accusations first. Mumbai Police was also asked to investigate the conduct of Vakola police station officers who arrested Padale, found in "stark violation" of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC).

August 28, 2024
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