A court in Gujarat’s Gondal has granted bail to Rajdeepsinh Jadeja, the prime accused in the Amit Khunt suicide case. Jadeja, who had been in judicial custody for 84 days, will now be released from Junagadh Jail following the court’s decision. He had been absconding for nearly six months before surrendering at the Gondal Taluka Police Station on November 10 last year.
The case revolves around the suicide of Amit Khunt, who allegedly hanged himself in his farmland after a complaint was filed against him for sexual assault. A suicide note found at the site mentioned Rajdeepsinh Jadeja, his father, and two young women, accusing them of harassment and false accusations. The police had filed a complaint against all accused under relevant sections of the IPC, alleging inducement to suicide and conspiracy.
During the bail hearing, the state’s Special Public Prosecutor opposed the release, emphasizing the seriousness of the case. However, the defence argued that the investigation was mostly complete and there was no need for further custody of Rajdeepsinh Jadeja. The judge, after reviewing evidence and statements from both sides, granted bail with strict conditions, warning of consequences for any violations.
Police officials have stated that the investigation will continue to uncover the involvement of others who may have assisted Rajdeepsinh Jadeja while he was on the run.
