In Brief
A senior official convicted of corruption offences was sentenced to seven years' imprisonment and a fine of Rs 3.50 crores. After conviction, he applied for bail pending appeal, citing health issues and the need for medical surgery. The High Court initially granted short-term medical bail but refused to suspend the sentence when surgery was not performed and he did not surrender on time. The Supreme Court allowed the appeal, granting bail until 31 July 2021 on condition that the appellant cooperate with the High Court in expeditiously disposing his appeal, with provision for extension if the High Court could not meet the deadline.
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