Court Grants 6-Month Bail to Self-Styled Godman Asaram in Rape Case

Introduction

A court has granted six-month bail to self-styled godman Asaram in a rape case.
The court approved the bail based on medical grounds, stating that he needs long-term specialized treatment outside prison.

Asaram is currently serving a life imprisonment sentence after being convicted in another rape case.
He had filed a request seeking temporary bail, claiming that his health condition had deteriorated.

Bail Granted Only for Treatment

The court made it clear that:

• The bail is temporary and valid only for six months
• He must undergo treatment at a designated hospital
• He must not influence witnesses or contact the victim or her family

The court also stated that bail does not weaken the conviction already awarded to him in another rape case.

A condition has also been added that he must share regular medical updates with authorities.

What Led to the Bail Plea?

In his plea, Asaram’s legal team said that:

• He suffers from multiple chronic illnesses
• He requires intensive medical supervision and surgeries
• Jail hospitals do not have adequate facilities for prolonged treatment

His lawyers submitted medical reports and stated that doctors had advised hospital admission.

The prosecution opposed the bail, arguing that he could misuse his influence to interfere in the case. However, the court said the bail is strictly limited to treatment purposes.

Background of the Case

Asaram was arrested in 2013 and was later convicted for raping a minor girl in his ashram.
He has multiple cases registered against him in different states.

For years, he has filed repeated applications for bail and sentence suspension, most of which were rejected due to:

• The seriousness of the crime,
• The fear of witness intimidation,
• The possibility of influencing followers.

The current bail is the first significant relief he has received in years, but only on medical grounds.

Security and Monitoring

Authorities have been instructed to:

• Keep track of his movement during the bail period,
• Ensure he does not leave the designated city without permission,
• Maintain strict surveillance while he receives treatment.

If any violation occurs, the bail can be immediately cancelled.

Conclusion

The temporary bail granted to Asaram is not an acquittal and does not change his conviction status.
He has been allowed bail only for medical treatment, and he will be required to return to custody after six months unless the court sees new medical evidence.

The case continues to be monitored closely due to its sensitivity and public interest.