The Supreme Court of India on Friday granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in connection with a case regarding the wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Riniki Bhuyan Sharma.
During the hearing, the apex court observed that both the allegations made by Khera and the case filed against him appeared to be outcomes of political rivalry.
While granting relief, the court directed Khera to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation in the case.
The case was registered in Guwahati following allegations made by the Congress leader against the Assam Chief Minister’s wife, leading to charges including defamation and forgery.
