Jagtar Singh Johal, a British national from Dumbarton, Scotland, has been granted bail by an Indian court. Johal was initially arrested in November 2017 while visiting India for his wedding. Following his detention, he was accused of involvement in a series of targeted killings and conspiracy to commit terror-related acts, charges he and his family have consistently denied.

For nearly seven years, Johal has remained in custody, sparking a prolonged international campaign by his family and human rights organizations. His supporters have alleged that he was subjected to torture while in police custody and that the evidence against him is fabricated. Conversely, Indian authorities have maintained that the case is based on substantial evidence and that the judicial process is being followed according to Indian law.

The granting of bail marks a significant development in a case that has strained diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and India. While the BBC reports that bail has been granted, the specific conditions of his release and the timeline for his potential return to the UK remain subject to ongoing legal proceedings. The case has been a focal point for activists who argue that the British government has not done enough to secure the release of its citizens detained abroad, while the UK government has stated it continues to raise the case with Indian officials at the highest levels.