Parole cases

In re: Parole for convicts sentenced to life without parole

The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a convict sentenced to life without parole must have that condition modified by the sentencing court before seeking temporary release. As reported on 3 November 2026, the court further held in the matter of Mukesh versus State of Haryana that premature release decisions must balance deterrence with the convict's rehabilitation based on factors including jail conduct and mental state.

Jagtar Singh Hawara vs. State of Punjab and others

Jagtar Singh Hawara, a convict in the assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh, has petitioned the Punjab and Haryana High Court for parole to visit his ailing mother, with the next hearing scheduled for 19 November 2026. Separately, the Supreme Court deferred the hearing on his request to transfer from Tihar Jail to a prison in Punjab until February 2026, following an Intelligence Bureau report submitted on 03 November 2026 that cited security concerns and potential impacts on upcoming elections.

Asaram Bapu vs State of Rajasthan — Parole petition

Asaram Bapu, serving a life sentence for a 2018 rape conviction, formally surrendered at Jodhpur Central Jail on 28 October 2026 after failing to meet a Supreme Court-mandated deadline. A case was registered against him by Ratanada police on 28 October 2026 under the Prisons Act for the delay. On 30 October 2026, the Rajasthan High Court disposed of his petition for a 20-day parole extension, noting that the surrender had taken place.