In a recent development, Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty, who is an accused in the drugs case linked to the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, has been granted permission by a special court to travel abroad for professional commitments. The permission allows her to leave India for three months, from June 1 to September 15, to fulfill acting commitments in Sri Lanka, Serbia, and various European countries.

Court’s Decision and Prosecution’s Opposition

The court’s decision comes despite opposition from the prosecution, which argued against granting Rhea permission to travel abroad. However, the court noted that Rhea had been granted similar permissions in the past and had adhered to all conditions imposed on her. Additionally, the court highlighted that Rhea is a resident of Mumbai with strong societal ties, reducing the likelihood of her absconding.

The judge stated, “Considering her request and her past behavior, I am inclined to allow her to travel abroad for the aforementioned period.”

Defense Arguments

Rhea’s lawyer emphasized her compliance with all bail conditions during her previous international travels. The defense argued that she has consistently returned to India without violating any legal terms, thus demonstrating her commitment to the judicial process.

The court also acknowledged that Rhea spent 27 days in jail in connection with the drugs case and that the legal proceedings against her are still ongoing.

Controversy Surrounding the Case

The case continues to be a topic of heated debate, with allegations and counter-allegations being made by various parties involved. Advocate Nilesh Ojha recently criticized the narrative that Rhea has been acquitted of all charges. He clarified that the CBI’s closure report does not exonerate her and instead highlights her role in filing false complaints.

Furthermore, Ojha pointed out that the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has confirmed that the case against Rhea under the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act is still active. This revelation contradicts claims that Rhea has been cleared of all accusations.

Legal and Media Scrutiny

The controversy took another turn when it was revealed that certain media outlets had misrepresented the contents of the CBI’s closure report. According to Ojha, the report explicitly states that there is no evidence against Sushant Singh Rajput’s sisters, Mitu Singh and Priyanka Singh, or Dr. Tarun Kumar, who were accused by Rhea. The report further dismisses any claims of foul play or abetment to suicide by these individuals.

In light of these findings, legal experts anticipate further action under sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the newly revised Indian Civil Justice Protection Code (BASS), which replaced the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC).

What’s Next?

As the legal proceedings against Rhea Chakraborty continue, questions remain about the progress of the investigation and the role of various parties involved. While Rhea has been granted temporary relief to fulfill her professional commitments abroad, the cases against her are far from over.

The public and media will closely follow her actions during this period, as well as any further developments in the high-profile cases linked to the tragic death of Sushant Singh Rajput.

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