Malegaon blast: After bail, Lt. Col. Purohit to be attached to Army unit

Under suspension, he will be treated as “under open arrest”, wherein usually a soldier is supposed to wear only his uniform. Purohit, under suspension, can wear civilian clothes as well. His stay in his Army unit will come along with restrictions, like limited area of movement, not leave the station without permission and reporting daily. He will also not be allowed to attend any public event or gathering.

Purohit’s return to active duty will depend on the final verdict in the case, the sources said. The apex court said it has imposed certain conditions on Purohit while granting bail. On August 17, Purohit had told the apex court that he has been caught in the “political crossfire” and languishing in jail for nine years. Purohit had moved the apex court challenging the Bombay High Court’s order dismissing his bail plea.