Ruled in favour of Harsh Dhiraj Jadhav and 7 Others (Applicants)
In Short
Eight applicants landed in jail facing serious cyber crime and cheating charges filed at a Cyber Crime police station in Lucknow. They approached the High Court asking for bail, pointing out that other co-accused in the exact same case had already been released. The court agreed and ordered their release on bail.
The Parties
Party A: Harsh Dhiraj Jadhav @ Harsh Jadhav @ Harsh Dhiraj Jadav, Ritik Bisht, Rohan Chaatri @ Rohan Chettry, Rajeev Chakraborti @ Rajib Chakraborty, Shivam Kumar Yadav, Pawan Kumar Yadav, Ritesh Chauhan @ Hitesh Lalotra, and Anshu Parmar @ Aashu Pamar
Party B: State Of U.P. Thru. Addl. Chief Secy. Home Lko.
Advocates & Judges
For Party A: Learned Advocate Mr. Ishan Baghel, Learned Advocate Mr. Sagar Singh
For Party B: Learned Advocate G.A.
Judge(s): Hon'ble Justice Rajeev Bharti
What the Case Was About
The applicants were arrested and put behind bars under various sections dealing with cheating, identity theft, telecommunication violations, and cyber crimes. They filed a formal bail application in the High Court arguing that they were completely innocent, had no past criminal history, and should be treated equally since other co-accused facing the same allegations had already been granted bail weeks earlier.
Judgment Date
9 October 2026
The Outcome
The court ruled in favour of the applicants and allowed their bail application, directing that they be released after furnishing personal bonds and sureties.
What the Court Looked At
- The applicants had been behind bars since July 2, 2026.
- The applicants had no previous criminal history recorded against them.
- Other co-accused persons facing the same case, namely Dhruv Baktani, Rajveer Singh, and Asif, had already been granted bail by the court earlier.
- The State counsel could not dispute the facts presented regarding the release of the other co-accused.
What This Means For You
This case highlights the powerful legal principle of parity, which means that if multiple people are accused of the same crime and some get bail, the courts generally treat remaining co-accused the same way. If you or a loved one find yourself facing serious cyber crime charges alongside others, keeping track of how co-accused fare in court can be vital for your own freedom. However, navigating bail applications and proving parity requires careful coordination and timely paperwork. If you are stuck in a similar situation and feeling overwhelmed by the criminal justice system, Setback Solutions can help you understand your options and coordinate next steps in plain language, though please note they are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice or guarantee outcomes.
You Still Have Options
If you are currently facing a false FIR, locked up with no clear way out, or wondering what to do after co-accused have already gotten relief, remember that it is not the end of the road. You can still explore getting a second opinion, reviewing your legal representation, or seeking non-judicial guidance to understand the road ahead. Reach out to Setback Solutions for help understanding your options and coordinating the next step. Please keep in mind that Setback Solutions is not a law firm and does not give legal advice or promise any specific result; they are here strictly to offer plain-language help and coordination.