Former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu’s SLP to Quash the FIR in the Skill Development Case is currently in the Supreme Court. Senior Supreme Court Advocates are arguing the cases on both sides.
From the first day, Chandrababu’s lawyers focused more on Section 17A than the Bail itself. Supporters themselves were frustrated and were doubting if it was the right strategy.
They believe that had more focus on the Bail, Chandrababu would have been released already.
But then, there is a reason for stressing Section 17A.
Section 17A mandates the permission of the Governor before arresting a Person.
If the Supreme Court rules in favor of Chandrababu Naidu in this case, it will apply to every Political Vendetta case that the Jagan Government may press against the then Ministers of Naidu’s cabinet.
Even though Jagan is hellbent on Vendetta Politics before the elections, the Governor will rein in the Government.
If the Governor permits, the BJP will automatically share the blame, so it is unlikely that the Governor will allow such Political Vendetta cases.
Sensing the same, the Jagan Government did not approach the Governor before Chandrababu’s arrest.
If the Supreme Court decides that Section 17A is applicable in this case, it will provide immunity to Lokesh and all key leaders of the Telugu Desam Party. So, Chandrababu’s lawyers are more focused on Section 17A and Quashing the FIR.
This strategy means a prolonged jail stay for Chandrababu, but he is not bothered.
If there is an adverse judgment in this, they will take the Bail Petitions seriously.
