Supreme Court Grants Bail to Kashmiri Separatist Shabir Shah with Conditions

The Supreme Court granted bail to 74-year-old Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah, who has been detained for over eight years in a terror funding case, citing the unlikely early conclusion of his trial and concerns over prolonged incarceration affecting personal liberty. The court imposed strict bail conditions, including restrictions on media comments, travel outside Delhi without permission, surrendering his passport, using only one mobile phone, and regular reporting to the investigating officer. The court emphasized no observations on the case merits and highlighted Shah's advanced age and extended custody period.