Journalist Siddique Kappan from Kerala, who was charged by the Uttar Pradesh government under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) while covering the Hathras gang rape in 2020, has been granted bail and released from prison after 28 months. The journalist expressed gratitude towards the media for their support and stated that false allegations were made against him. He is pleased to be out of jail.
Who is Siddique Kappan?
Siddique Kappan is a journalist from the Indian state of Kerala. He was booked by the Uttar Pradesh government under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) in 2020, while he was on his way to cover the Hathras gang rape case. He was later granted bail and released from jail after 28 months.
Who is Siddique Kappan?
Siddique Kappan is a journalist from the Indian state of Kerala. He was booked by the Uttar Pradesh government under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) in 2020, while he was on his way to cover the Hathras gang rape case. He was later granted bail and released from jail after 28 months.