The State of Maharashtra through Mahad City PSCR 35-2025 vs Omkar Rajanikant Ranadive Advocate - Swapnil M. Dighe — 32/2025

Case Summary: State Vs. Omkar Rajnikant Randive (Spl. POCSO Case No.32/2025) Outcome: Bail Granted The court allowed the accused's regular bail application despite serious POCSO charges involving alleged sexual offenses against two child victims. The accused was released on a personal bond of Rs.25,000 with one surety of equal amount, with strict conditions including: prohibition from entering Mahad Taluka jurisdiction until trial conclusion, no contact with victims or witnesses, regular court attendance, and non-commission of similar offenses. The court applied the principle that "bail is rule, jail is exception" and held that pre-trial incarceration cannot serve as punishment before conviction. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.