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Delhi Court to Rule on Tahawwur Rana’s Plea for Family Contact

The court is set to decide whether the 26/11 accused can communicate with his family, as the NIA raises concerns about compromising the investigation.

Tahawwur Hussain Rana was extradited from the U.S. after a protracted legal battle and was remanded to 18-day NIA custody on April 11.
Tahawwur Rana was extradited from the U.S. after a protracted legal battle and was remanded to 18-day NIA custody on April 11.
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Overview

  • Tahawwur Rana, extradited from the US and in NIA custody, faces charges related to the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, including conspiracy and terrorism.
  • The Patiala House Court has reserved its decision on Rana’s plea to contact his family, with a ruling expected on April 24, 2025.
  • Rana's legal counsel argues that as a foreign national, he has a fundamental right to communicate with his family, who are concerned about his well-being.
  • The NIA opposes the plea, citing fears that telephonic communication could allow Rana to share sensitive information or coded messages, jeopardizing the investigation.
  • Rana remains in an 18-day custody period under strict legal and medical protocols, with the court emphasizing the gravity of the charges and national security implications.