New Delhi, Dec 13, 2025

The Supreme Court has directed that no coercive action be taken against a Kerala-based karate instructor accused under provisions of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

While issuing notice on his special leave petition (SLP) challenging the denial of anticipatory bail, a Bench of Justices Sanjay Kumar and Alok Aradhe sought a response from the state of Kerala and the complainant.

Making the notice returnable on February 18, 2026, the apex court granted interim protection from arrest to the petitioner.

“Subject to the petitioner, Sunil Kumar, joining and co-operating with the investigation… he shall not be arrested till the next hearing,” it said.

As per the top court’s order, the interim relief is linked to th

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