BRS functionary K Kavitha gets court nod for US travel
The court of special judge Dig Vinay Singh was hearing two applications filed by the BRS leader seeking the release of her passport and permission to travel abroad.
"The right to travel abroad has been considered to be an important facet of the right to life and liberty guaranteed by Article 21 of the Constitution, and there is no reason as to why the applicant (Kavitha) should be deprived of that right, having considered all the facts and circumstances, including the fact of the applicant being on bail in both the matters," the court said.
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Kavitha is an accused in the corruption and money laundering cases linked to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam.
The court rejected the argument of the directorate of enforcement and CBI that Kavitha may flee from justice, noting that she has deep roots in society.
"Regarding the apprehension of the prosecuting agencies as to the availability of the accused and the progress of the trial, adequate directions can be passed while allowing the applications," the court said.
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The court said that Kavitha was also permitted to travel abroad by the present court on May 3, and during the travel period, she did not misuse the liberty or engage in conduct which could prejudice the trial.
The judge also imposed the terms and conditions as mentioned in its earlier order.
Kavitha was released on bail by the Supreme Court on Aug 27, 2024, and one of the conditions imposed in the bail order was that she would deposit her passport in the court.
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