Actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, who spent 131 days in jail related to the Renukaswamy murder case, has been granted interim bail for six weeks by the Karnataka High Court. This decision comes as the actor requires surgery due to a medical condition. However, the court has outlined seven strict conditions that must be adhered to before he can be released.
The court’s decision follows a series of troubling events, including allegations that Darshan paid 30 lakhs to cover up the murder of Renukaswamy. After providing money to three individuals, who later surrendered to the police, Darshan was implicated in the case. His actions led to the arrest of 17 people, including himself and actress Pavithra Gowda.
Darshan was initially placed in the Ballari Central Jail after facing issues in Bengaluru’s Parappa's Agrahara Jail, where he received undue luxury. Karnataka HC grants 6 weeks interim bail to actor Darshan in Renukaswamy murder case for treatment In the murder case, the police have filed a charge sheet comprising over 3,990 pages. After several bail applications, both Darshan and Pavithra Gowda were initially denied release.
Although Darshan sought permission to undergo treatment in Bengaluru for severe back pain, the court-mandated he receive care within the confines of Ballari Jail. Upon examination by VIMS doctors in Bellary, it was determined that Darshan was suffering from a severe spinal condition that could lead to paralysis, stroke, and numbness if not treated promptly. .