Overview
- The interim bail order sets conditions including a Rs 1 lakh bond, no contact with the complainant, no travel outside India without permission, and cooperation with investigators.
- The FIR filed on November 7 alleges sexual assault when the complainant was a minor, leading to charges under Section 6 of POCSO and Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
- In a detailed order, the judge questioned why the alleged 2021 abuse was not reported in the complainant’s 2024 FIR and said her conduct appeared prima facie suspicious.
- Chamba police told the court custodial interrogation is required and said further investigation is underway.
- Separately, two associates of Hans Raj, including his personal secretary, were booked on kidnapping and intimidation allegations following a complaint by the complainant’s father.