Haridwar, Feb. 10 -- The bail plea of former MLA of Khanpur, Pranav Singh 'Champion', currently in judicial custody could not be heard today. Champion is under judicial custody for allegedly firing at the office of Khanpur MLA Umesh Kumar. Umesh Kumar, who was also seen brandishing his pistol on the same day and threatening his political rival, was granted bail on the same day he was held.

Champion also faces the allegation of attempt to murder under Section 109 of BNS. He as well as the Police have sought removal of Section 109 (attempt to murder) from the registered case against him. This plea also is currently pending. The hearing is now scheduled for tomorrow. It may be recalled that the bail plea was filed in the Haridwar CJM court ...