BIRENDER KUMAR BHARTI vs STATE OF BIHAR

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal against the conviction under Section 307 IPC, which pertains to attempted murder, and directed the release of the appellant on bail. The Court considered the fact that the appellant had already served approximately three years in custody and imposed a bail bond of Rs.10,000 with two sureties. The decision emphasizes the importance of considering the period of custody when granting bail in criminal cases.