The Karnataka High Court granted bail to an assistant storekeeper accused in a Rs 3.5 crore material shortage case at the Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (Bescom). The court cited the petitioner's disabled status and lack of criminal history as key factors. The defense argued contradictory allegations and the petitioner's hospitalization during the audit, while the prosecution sought custodial interrogation due to the significant public money loss. The court ultimately ruled in favor of bail.