The applicant, Dinesh, was accused of offences under the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act in connection with a contract killing. The applicant's counsel argued that the applicant was innocent and had been falsely implicated, and that the trial had not substantially progressed. The court considered the delay in the conclusion of the trial, the applicant's antecedents, and the fact that similarly situated co-accused had been granted bail. The court held that the applicant deserved consideration for bail due to the delay in the trial and the right to a speedy trial guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The court allowed the applicant's application for regular bail.