The Supreme Court has dealt a major blow to Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal by directing him to surrender within two weeks in his sexual assault conviction case. The apex court refused to grant any interim relief or leniency, upholding the stance that he must submit to custody. The Goa government had earlier argued before the bench that he ought to have surrendered before challenging his sentence.
Strict Timeline Set By The Court
The bench made it clear that the timeline of two weeks is firm, and no extensions or exemptions have been granted. With this directive, the legal options for avoiding immediate surrender have run out, compelling him to comply with the court's orders within the stipulated period.
Background Of The Case And Sentence
Tarun Tejpal was previously sentenced to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment in connection with the 2013 sexual assault case. Following his conviction, he expressed intentions to challenge the ruling in the Supreme Court. However, with the apex court declining to offer protection from surrender, he must now face the legal consequences of the sentencing handed down by the judiciary.
