New Delhi, Jan. 29 -- AAP MLA Naresh Balyan withdrew his application for custody parole in the MCOCA case after the Delhi Police opposed it, citing ongoing investigations.

Naresh Balyan's counsel, Advocate MS Khan, argued that Balyan's wife, who is contesting elections for the first time, urgently needed his support. He highlighted the difficulties Balyan faced in communicating with her, stating that he was unable to even make a simple phone call from custody.

"She needs support from her husband, and no one can substitute that," Khan told the court, stressing the emotional and practical importance of his presence during this crucial period.

The bench of Justice Vikas Mahajan noted that on the last date of the hearing, the court had dir...