The Bombay High Court has denied bail to three members of the Popular Front of India (PFI) accused of conspiring to turn India into an Islamic state by 2047. This decision is part of a broader crackdown on what the court deemed extremist activities.

The accused were involved in radicalizing and recruiting individuals, as well as raising funds for these activities through various channels, including "hawala" and clandestine methods. The court emphasized that the actions of PFI were detrimental to the sovereignty and integrity of India and that there was substantial evidence supporting these accusations, including digital devices and witness statements collected during the investigation.

In a related development, the Delhi High Court has also denied bail to former PFI chairman E Abubacker, reiterating the seriousness of the charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The court highlighted that the organization aimed to establish a Caliphate by 2047, which involved radical activities and targeted violence.

Sources: SCC Online, Hindustan Times