Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid approaches Delhi High Court to modify the order allowing him to attend parliamentary sessions in custody. He seeks waiver of the Rs. 1.45 lakh daily travel expense from Tihar Jail. His plea highlights the unaffordability of the cost and the absence of such conditions in previous instances. The hearing is scheduled for tomorrow.
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