Bhojpuri superstar and former independent candidate Pawan Singh appeared before the Dehri Civil Court in Rohtas district on February 10, 2025. He surrendered to the court regarding a case filed against him during the Lok Sabha elections. After his appearance, the court of the ACJM granted him regular bail in the matter related to the violation of the Model Code of Conduct.
Why was the case filed against Pawan Singh?
The legal matter dates back to May 2024 when Pawan Singh was campaigning for the Karakat Lok Sabha seat. During his election campaign, he organized a road show that allegedly broke the rules set by the Election Commission. The authorities had permitted a limited number of vehicles for the campaign trail, usually restricted to five cars.
Reports from the time state that the actor’s convoy included more than 100 vehicles, which was far above the sanctioned limit. Due to this violation, the police registered FIRs at Akodhigola and Bikramganj police stations. He was booked under Section 188 of the IPC for disobeying orders issued by public servants and other relevant sections of the election code.
Court appearance and security details
On Monday, strict security measures were in place at the Dehri court premises as a large number of fans and supporters gathered to see the actor. Pawan Singh entered the court and completed the necessary legal procedures for his surrender. The judge accepted his plea and released him on personal bail bonds.
After coming out of the courtroom, Pawan Singh stated that he respects the law and the judicial system. As part of the bail conditions, the actor will have to present himself before the court whenever he is summoned for future hearings regarding this case.
