The Gujarat High Court recently granted a three-month extension to Asaram Bapu’s temporary bail on medical grounds. The 86-year-old self-styled godman, who is currently serving a life sentence for rape, had been granted interim bail by the Supreme Court until March 31, 2025. Despite this extension, restrictions continue to prevent Asaram Bapu from meeting his followers upon release. The decision came following concerns about his health, prompting the court to allow for further medical treatment outside of prison. Asaram Bapu’s legal team had petitioned for an extension of his bail citing his deteriorating health condition. The controversial spiritual leader has been behind bars since 2013 and was convicted in 2018 for raping a minor girl. The case had garnered significant attention and sparked widespread outrage across the country. Asaram Bapu’s followers have remained steadfast in their support for him despite the serious allegations against him. The extension of his bail has once again reignited the debate surrounding his case and the influence he continues to wield even from behind bars. The court’s decision to grant him further reprieve on medical grounds has divided public opinion, with many questioning the fairness of such leniency towards a convicted rapist.