HC rejects liquor baron's bail petition

Chandigarh: Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed an anticipatory bail petition moved by liquor baron Shiv Lal Doda, accused in the murder of a Dalit, Bheem Taank, on December 11 last year. Justice MMS Bedi dismissed the bail petition, observing that as per prosecution, Doda is required for further detailed investigation in the case. Doda had submitted that he manages a liquor business from New Delhi across North India, including New Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, and that the current turnover of the business is £140 million.