CNN Central News & Network-ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Delhi: Lakhimpur violence case: Ashish Mishra allowed home visit for Diwali
Ashish Mishra, an accused in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, has received permission from the Supreme Court to visit his home town during Diwali. During the hearing on Monday, October 26, 2026, the top court allowed him to go to Lakhimpur Kheri to celebrate the festival with family and close relatives. The relief will remain subject to the bail conditions already in force. According to the court’s order, he must return by November 16.
Bail conditions will remain applicable. Ashish Mishra is currently out on bail, but he was barred from going to his home town. His lawyer had sought permission for a limited period to meet his family on Diwali. Accepting the request, the Supreme Court made it clear that compliance with the conditions imposed earlier would be mandatory. He must not attempt to influence or contact witnesses connected with the case.
Statements of 90 of 131 witnesses recorded. During the hearing, the Uttar Pradesh government told the court that there are a total of 131 witnesses in the case, of whom statements of 90 have been recorded. The court was also informed about the appointment of a special public prosecutor for the trial. Advocate Prashant Bhushan, appearing for the victims’ side, expressed satisfaction over recent developments.
Emphasis on completing the trial on time. A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant said the trial should be completed in a timely manner, but cross-examination of witnesses or important evidence should not be overlooked in haste. The court stressed that the prosecution must maintain a balance between fairness and a time-bound trial.
The case is linked to the 2021 violence. The matter relates to the violence that took place at Tikunia in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri district on October 3, 2021. Eight people died in the incident during a farmers’ protest, including four farmers and a journalist. Ashish Mishra and other accused are facing trial in the case.
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