Researcher Rona Wilson and activist Sudhir Dhawale, both accused in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, were granted bail on January 24, 2025, after spending over six years in prison. The Bombay High Court had approved their bail on January 8, 2025, citing their prolonged incarceration since 2018 and the delay in the trial, which involves charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).