Minister's post does not entitle someone for special consideration for grant of bail: SC
The Supreme Court granted conditional bail to former West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee in a money-laundering case. While acknowledging his prolonged incarceration, the court stressed that official positions don't warrant special bail considerations. Chatterjee's release is contingent on charges being framed and key witnesses examined by January 30, 2025, with bail effective February 1, 2025.