Asaram’s Bail Extended: ICU Stay Fuels Fresh Debate
The Gujarat High Court on Thursday, August 7, 2025, granted self-styled godman Asaram Bapu a third extension of his temporary bail, pushing it to August 21. The court cited his critical health condition and ongoing Intensive Care Unit (ICU) stay as justification.
This decision follows a Supreme Court order that initially allowed Asaram’s temporary release. His legal team presented medical reports highlighting his deteriorating health, prompting the High Court’s intervention.
Asaram is currently serving a life sentence for rape convictions handed down in 2013. The ongoing debate surrounding his bail extensions continues to spark public discourse on justice and the treatment of high-profile convicts.
The case raises crucial questions about the balance between providing medical care and upholding the principles of justice, particularly in cases involving high-profile individuals convicted of serious crimes. The extended bail period will undoubtedly fuel further public scrutiny and debate in the coming weeks.
