Delhi Court Reserves Judgment on Custody Extension for CJP Activists

A Delhi court has reserved its judgment on whether to extend the judicial custody of Sourav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, both associated with the Concerned Citizens Platform (CJP), following arguments from Delhi Police seeking prolonged detention.

The two activists were initially remanded to five days of judicial custody following their arrest after participating in a demonstration at Jantar Mantar on October 13. Delhi Police subsequently moved for an extension of their custody period, citing ongoing investigation requirements.

The court's decision to reserve judgment suggests the bench is weighing the police's arguments against the defendants' legal position before determining whether additional custody is warranted. The timing of the verdict has not been disclosed.

The case marks the latest in a series of legal proceedings involving activists and civil society figures in the national capital. The specifics of charges against Das and Ranka remain under judicial consideration as the matter progresses through the court system.