Mumbai, May 3, 2024 – Tina Umesh Bagde’s bail application has been rejected by the Sessions Court for Greater Bombay in the murder case of her daughter. Additional Sessions Judge V.M. Sundale (Court Room No. 27) issued the order on May 2, 2024.

Bagde was arrested in connection with C.R. No. 193/2024, registered at the Nirmal Nagar Police Station, for offenses under Sections 302 (murder) and 201 (causing disappearance of evidence of offence, or giving false information to screen offender) of the Indian Penal Code¹ (IPC).

Background and Allegations:

The prosecution alleged that Bagde murdered her daughter, who was in a relationship with a man named Rahul. Bagde was reportedly against the relationship and the impending marriage. She allegedly strangled her daughter to death and attempted to cover up the crime. Initially, she claimed her daughter fell and sustained a head injury.

Arguments Presented:

• Applicant’s Argument (Bagde):
  • She is a widow and sole breadwinner, supporting her family through labor work.
  • Her daughter also worked to support the family.
  • She never objected to her daughter’s relationship with Rahul.
  • The police falsely implicated her.
  • She has other children to care for.
  • Relied on medical case papers of the deceased and a Bombay High Court decision in “Shamsunisa @ Shama Shaikh Vs State of Maharashtra.”
• Prosecution’s Argument:
  • Bagde was against her daughter’s relationship.
  • She strangled her daughter to death and attempted to hide the evidence.
  • The offense is serious and punishable with death.
  • Releasing her could lead to witness tampering and flight risk.

Court’s Reasoning and Decision:

Judge Sundale considered the arguments and the evidence. The court noted:

• Bagde’s name and role are specifically mentioned in the First Information Report (FIR).
• Prior to the incident, Bagde and her daughter had a quarrel where the daughter bit Bagde’s finger.
• Bagde allegedly attempted to mislead medical officers and the police.
• The investigation has revealed Bagde’s involvement.
• The cause of death is reserved, with evidence of multiple injuries and throttling.
• The chemical analyzer’s report is awaited.
• The offense under Section 302 of the IPC is serious and punishable with capital punishment.
• Bagde’s minor children are key witnesses.
• There is a well-founded apprehension of witness tampering.
• The medical case papers and the cited Bombay High Court decision are not applicable at this stage.

Therefore, the court rejected the bail application.

Order Details:

The order was signed on May 2, 2024, and uploaded on May 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.

This decision reflects the court’s consideration of the strong evidence against Bagde, the seriousness of the offense, the risk of witness tampering, and the ongoing investigation.