Court Deliberates on Bail Cancellation for Minor in Dwarka Accident Case

The Dwarka Court is currently deliberating on a petition to revoke the bail granted to a minor involved in a fatal accident that claimed the life of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra. The deceased's mother has challenged the Juvenile Justice Board's decision, arguing that it was made without proper consideration of the evidence against the minor. The court is expected to announce its ruling soon, as concerns grow over the minor's history of reckless behavior and the implications for future conduct. This case raises significant questions about juvenile accountability in serious criminal matters.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 17, 2026, 14:51 IST

Court Decision on Bail for Minor Accused

On Friday, the Dwarka Court reserved its decision regarding a petition to revoke the bail granted to a minor accused in the Dwarka accident case. The Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) had previously granted regular bail to the minor on March 10, 2026. The mother of the deceased has challenged this order issued by the JJB. This incident involves a tragic accident in the Dwarka area where a car struck 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra, resulting in his death. It has been argued that the bail order was issued without proper consideration of the evidence against the minor.

Arguments Presented in Court

Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Rajat Goyal listened to the arguments from both sides before reserving his decision. The court is expected to announce its ruling on Monday. The deceased's mother, Inna Makaan, has challenged the JJB's bail order through lawyers Divjot Singh Bhatia and Aman Singh Bakshi. The challenge is based on the assertion that the JJB's decision was made without adequate consideration, containing significant legal flaws and deficiencies, thus necessitating its cancellation to ensure justice. It was argued that the JJB failed to take into account the substantial evidence available at this early stage of the case.

Concerns Over the Minor's Behavior

The petition further claims that the JJB did not acknowledge that the minor is a habitual offender and is likely to continue engaging in similar criminal behavior. It was noted that the vehicle involved in the incident has a history of speeding violations, with multiple fines issued for speeding and driving without a license. Additionally, it was highlighted that there is an existing citation for 'driving without a license' associated with this vehicle, indicating that the minor has regular access to it and has been driving it frequently.

Acknowledgment of the Minor's Role

The petition also states that it is undisputed that the minor was driving the vehicle at the time of the incident. It was argued that the repeated involvement of the same vehicle in speeding incidents and driving without a license clearly demonstrates a pattern of negligence and irresponsibility. However, the JJB did not adequately consider this when assessing whether the minor would repeat such behavior in the future.