During the hearing today, the Public Prosecutor (PP) opposed grant of bail stating the accused had initially absconded and switched off his mobile phones.
“He had switched off all his mobile phones. We traced hi IMEI number,” the PP contended.
He said that the incident has embarrassed India internationally.
“India ki international beizzati ho gayi hai sir,” the PP said.
Mishra’s counsel Senior Advocate Ramesh Gupta said that the investigation is complete and crew members and other witnesses have also been questioned.
“Initially my bail was also declined because the investigation was pending. Now that is done and they have examined other crew members and witnesses,” it was submitted.
Source: Barandbench