UAPA Section 43D(5) Foils Tahir Hussain's Bail Bid in Delhi Riots Case

• Former AAP MLA Tahir Hussain, Saleem Malik, and Athar Khan denied bail in the 2020 North-East Delhi riots 'larger conspiracy' case.
• Section 43D(5) of UAPA was a decisive factor, as Delhi Police argued 'reasonable grounds' and 'prima facie true' allegations against the accused.
• The prosecution emphasized that UAPA cases have a stricter bail standard, making ordinary criminal law principles inapplicable.
• Accused's argument for 'parity' with others granted bail was rejected, as the Supreme Court clarified that roles differ in UAPA cases.
• Tahir Hussain is accused of significant involvement in promoting violence, Athar Khan of organizing protests and inflammatory speeches, and Saleem Malik of organizing CAA/NRC protest meetings.

Why It Matters: Tahir Hussain, Saleem Malik, and Athar Khan were denied bail due to UAPA's strict provisions and 'prima facie true' allegations.