Rajesh Pundhir @ Umesh Pundhir vs State (Nct Of Delhi)

ik-82406920 Delhi High Court 22 November 2025 • 9 min read

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Case Significance

Rajesh Pundhir @ Umesh Pundhir vs State (Nct Of Delhi) is a Delhi High Court decision dated November 22, 2025 (citation: ik-82406920). The petitioner, an auto-rickshaw driver, sought bail in an FIR under Section 354A IPC and Section 8 of the POCSO Act for alleged sexual assault on a minor college student during an auto ride. The Court noted the gravity of the accusations, the victim's minor status, the petitioner's multiple prior criminal involvements including a conviction, and the apprehension of influence over witnesses. Bail was dismissed. The case was heard by Justice Ajay Digpaul. Counsel appearing: Bharat Bagga (counsel for petitioner), Satish Kumar (counsel for respondent), Saurav Rana (counsel for petitioner), Upasna Bakshi (counsel for respondent).

Summary

The petitioner, an auto-rickshaw driver, sought bail in an FIR under Section 354A IPC and Section 8 of the POCSO Act for alleged sexual assault on a minor college student during an auto ride. The Court noted the gravity of the accusations, the victim's minor status, the petitioner's multiple prior criminal involvements including a conviction, and the apprehension of influence over witnesses. Bail was dismissed.

What was the outcome of Rajesh Pundhir @ Umesh Pundhir vs State (Nct Of Delhi)?

The petitioner, an auto-rickshaw driver, sought bail in an FIR under Section 354A IPC and Section 8 of the POCSO Act for alleged sexual assault on a minor college student during an auto ride. The Cour...

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