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Pillow, mattress in; cigarette out

Near scuffles, chaos break out as convict Sanjay Dutt arrives at court to surrender.

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Hours of journalists and onlookers keeping vigil outside actor Sanjay Dutt’s Bandra residence followed by a high-drama chase on the Bandra-Worli Sea Link ended with the 1993 serial blasts convict surrendering on Thursday before a special TADA court, but not before further drama and near scuffles outside the court.

Around 3pm, as the first of convicts started appearing before judge Govind Sanap, when the court asked the defence counsel about the delay, advocate Farhana Shah mentioned that there was a terrible law and order problem outside.

Dutt’s advocate Rizwan Merchant also said, “When Dutt stepped out of his vehicle to approach the court, he was hit by someone among the huge pool of people.” Dutt had complained about having hurt the left side of his chest in the melee.

A hassled-looking Dutt came to court with wife Maanyata, sister Priya Dutt and the latter’s husband Owen Roncon. In a white kurta, Dutt bowed before the judge and was ushered to the accused box, where he sat along with his family members.

Apart from a series of items that Dutt sought permission to carry inside jail, his counsel Merchant told the court that the actor suffers from stenosis in both his limbs and pleaded for permission to use a thin mattress and thin pillow.

“I am coming to the court with folded hands. I am not seeking luxury... only want basic facilities. I have been suffering from this ailment since 2010 due to which there is rigidity in the nerves of my limbs. I am not seeking a luxurious mattress. I should be allowed to take along a thin mattress and a thin pillow,” Merchant said, representing Dutt.

The TADA court allowed the use of these articles for a month after which the treatment given to him will be as per the jail manual.

Merchant also sought that Dutt be allowed to carry electronic cigarettes citing migraine attacks and withdrawal symptoms if the actor, a chain smoker, stopped smoking suddenly. “Except the cigarettes, I am allowing everything,” the judge said. About smoking, the judge said, “Stop it.” Dutt smiled and bowed before him again before returning to his seat.

Merchant also sought permission for the family to meet him, on which an order is still to be passed.

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