New Delhi, July 24 -- The Rouse Avenue court has granted anticipatory bail to Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) President Dr Montu Kumar Patel in a corruption case linked with the alleged bribery of crores of rupees. The court also noted that the allegations of bribery were not supported by cogent material against the accused.

Special Judge (CBI) Sushant Changotra granted anticipatory bail to Montu Kumar Patel on Wednesday after hearing submissions and considering the facts and circumstances.

The special judge ordered, "The present application is allowed."

"It is directed that in the event of arrest of accused/ applicant Dr. Montu Kumar Patel, the IO shall release him upon applicant/ accused furnishing bail bonds and surety bonds in the ...