The Delhi High Court granted permission on Tuesday for jailed Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid to visit his ailing father at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) under police escort. The court’s decision focuses on humanitarian grounds while emphasizing security protocols during the visit.
The court ordered authorities to ensure adequate security arrangements as Engineer Rashid moves to and from AIIMS. Moreover, the visit must adhere to specified conditions, including being strictly time-bound and supervised, ensuring public safety throughout.
Engineer Rashid is currently in judicial custody and made his plea amid concerns about his father’s critical health condition. His request highlighted the urgency of the situation as his father undergoes treatment at AIIMS, one of India’s premier medical institutions.
In its ruling, the High Court recognized the exceptional circumstances surrounding the request. The judges showed a commitment to balancing humanitarian needs with necessary security measures, thereby allowing the visit while maintaining law and order.
As details surrounding the exact duration and logistics of the visit are still pending, authorities will prepare to finalize these arrangements. The court underscored the importance of swift action given the father’s health state.
