Delhi high court denied anticipatory bail to ex-IAS probationer Puja Khedkar, accused of fraudulently using OBC and disability quotas in the 2022 UPSC exam. Justice Chandra Dhari Singh cited a strong case against her, emphasizing the need to investigate the alleged conspiracy. The UPSC and Delhi Police opposed Khedkar's plea, accusing her of misrepresentation and seeking further attempts.
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