The Supreme Court denied interim bail to Asaram, who is serving a life sentence. He will now receive round-the-clock assistance from a chosen caretaker. Asaram's health grounds for bail were kept pending by the court. The Rajasthan High Court had previously granted him a 20-day parole. Experts suggested he needs medical assistance but not hospitalization.

In July, the court had asked Rajasthan to examine the religious leader’s health reports to determine whether his condition warrants his release on interim bail.

The self-styled godman is serving a life sentence in Jodhpur Central Jail for the rape of a minor. | India News