State of Uttar Pradesh vs Ashish Mishra — Lakhimpur Kheri violence case

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1. News22 Oct 2026

   Supreme Court to hear Lakhimpur Kheri violence case on October 26

   NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court is likely to hear on October 26 a plea related to the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case in which it had directed the Uttar Pradesh

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court scheduled a session to hear the ongoing Lakhimpur Kheri violence case.

   Who:

   The Supreme Court is the judicial body, and Ashish Mishra is the accused in the case.

   When:

   Reported on 22 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   The case is in the state of Uttar Pradesh.

   What it means:

   The court will examine the case details during the upcoming hearing.

   The New Indian Express
2. News22 Oct 2026

   Supreme Court to hear Ashish Mishra plea in Lakhimpur Kheri case

   The Supreme Court is likely to hear Ashish Mishra's plea on October 26. The hearing comes as the trial nears completion and judicial conduct faces scrutiny.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court will hear a request from the accused to be released from jail.

   Who:

   The Supreme Court is the top court. Ashish Mishra is the accused in the violence case.

   When:

   Reported on 22 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   The case is in Uttar Pradesh.

   Why:

   The accused filed a plea asking for a review of his legal status in the case.

   What it means:

   The court will now examine his request to decide if he can be released on bail. Bail allows an accused person to leave jail while awaiting their trial.

   India Today