LatestLegal Updates 30 September 2026
Supreme Court Overturns NSA Detention of Sambhal Violence Accused
India’s Supreme Court has quashed the National Security Act detention of Mulla Afroz, accused in the Sambhal violence case, and ordered his immediate release. The court’s decision overturns the earlier order that kept him in custody, providing legal relief to the accused.
[Supreme Court decision](https://www.telegraphindia.com/india/supreme-court-quashes-sambhal-violence-accused-mulla-afrozs-nsa-detention-orders-relief-prnt/cid/2182320) – The apex court set aside the NSA detention of Mulla Afroz, linked to the Sambhal riots, and directed his release.
- Detention under the National Security Act was revoked.
- Afroz will be freed pending further legal proceedings.
- The ruling underscores judicial scrutiny of preventive custody.
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