The Allahabad High Court refused to grant parole to former MLA Angad Yadav, holding that parole cannot be claimed as a matter of right for purposes like arranging children’s marriage, especially when other criminal cases are pending.
Key Observations
The Court held that parole is a discretionary relief, not an entitlement, and must be granted only in accordance with prison rules.
It noted that pending criminal cases against a prisoner are a valid ground to deny parole.
The Bench clarified that personal or family reasons like arranging a marriage do not automatically justify temporary release.
Case Background
The ex-MLA sought parole citing the need to arrange the marriage of his children.
Authorities opposed the request, pointing out that multiple criminal cases were still pending against him.
Court’s Decision
The High Court upheld the rejection of parole, observing that granting such relief in these circumstances would be contrary to established prison rules and public interest.
Legal Principle
Parole is not a right and can be denied when serious factors like pending criminal cases exist, even if personal grounds are cited.
