SATNA: A man accused of murdering a 16-year-old boy in Madhya Pradesh’s Satna district allegedly staged a show of strength on the streets shortly after being released on bail after spending around 14 months in jail.The accused, identified as Man Singh alias Betu Singraul, was welcomed with garlands outside the jail before his supporters took out a bike rally. A video showing him sitting on the bonnet of a Bolero SUV and smoking a cigarette during the procession has gone viral on social media.The rally was reportedly taken out from the jail to Siddharth Colony, with several supporters joining the procession on motorcycles and in vehicles. The incident has raised questions over law and order and whether traffic rules were flouted during the procession.Man Singh is an accused in the murder of 16-year-old Satyam Shukla. On September 4, a dispute broke out near the FCI godown under the jurisdiction of Kolgawan police station, during which a gunshot was allegedly fired. Satyam was shot in the chest during the altercation. He was rushed to hospital but died while being taken to Rewa for treatment.Man Singh and other accused were subsequently arrested and lodged in jail. After spending around 14 months behind bars, Man Singh was granted bail. However, his grand welcome outside the prison and the subsequent procession have triggered controversy.The viral video has also raised questions about the alleged violation of traffic rules and the possibility of public intimidation during the procession. It remains to be seen whether Satna police will take action over the incident.While bail is a legal right, the incident has brought the conduct of the accused and his supporters on public roads under scrutiny.
