CJP Leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka Released by Special Executive Magistrate

Two CJP leaders, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, walked free on Wednesday after a special executive magistrate directed their release from custody. Their freedom came after a brief extension of their detention period earlier in the week. Assistant Commissioner of Police Ritu Raj, serving in the role of the special executive magistrate, approved the release after accepting the financial guarantees provided by both men.

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Special executive magistrates possess specific legal powers under the law to handle matters related to public order and preventive detention. When individuals are held in such proceedings, courts or designated officials often require sureties or guarantees to ensure compliance before granting release.