High-Stakes Legal Drama: SP MLA Manoj Paras Jailed in Decades-Old Attempted Murder Case

In a significant development that has sent ripples through Uttar Pradesh's political circles, Samajwadi Party MLA Manoj Paras has been remanded to judicial custody in connection with a long-standing attempt to murder case. The legislator, who represents the Nagina constituency, surrendered before the court of Judicial Magistrate Ist (Nagina) in Bijnor, only to have his bail application swiftly rejected, leading to his immediate incarceration.

The case against Paras is not new; it dates back to 2005 and involves a serious allegation of an attempt to murder.

According to police records, a First Information Report (FIR) was lodged against him under sections related to attempt to murder (307) and rioting (147, 148, 149) of the Indian Penal Code at the Syau police station in the Bijnor district. The specific incident involved an alleged attack on Tejpal Singh, who was then a Block pramukh, highlighting the gravity and potential political undertones of the original crime.

For years, Manoj Paras had been evading the legal process in this particular case.

Due to his continued absence from court proceedings, he had been officially declared an absconder by the court, a status that significantly intensified the legal pressure on the prominent politician. His surrender on Monday marks a crucial turning point, bringing a long-pending legal battle to the forefront.

Upon his appearance, the court meticulously reviewed the evidence and arguments presented.

Despite the pleas for bail, the Judicial Magistrate Ist (Nagina) ruled against granting him relief, citing the seriousness of the charges and the history of his non-cooperation with the judicial process. This decision underscores the judiciary's commitment to ensuring that even high-profile individuals are held accountable under the law.

The arrest and subsequent jailing of a sitting MLA like Manoj Paras is a powerful reminder of the legal challenges many political figures face and the relentless pursuit of justice, even across decades.

It is expected to draw considerable attention to the ongoing legal and political landscape in Uttar Pradesh, as observers keenly watch the further proceedings in this high-profile case involving the Nagina MLA.