Tarun Tejpal Reacts to 10-Year Jail Term | 'I Am a Political Victim, Will Move Supreme Court'

homevideosTarun Tejpal Reacts to 10-Year Jail Term | 'I Am a Political Victim, Will Move Supreme Court'Breaking NewsFormer Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal has reacted to the Bombay High Court's verdict sentencing him to 10 years' rigorous imprisonment in the 2013 case.Speaking to the media after the judgment, Tejpal said he was "very much disappointed" with the verdict, claiming the evidence had not been properly appreciated. He asserted that the evidence would "exonerate me ten times over," announced that he would appeal the verdict in the Supreme Court, and described himself as "a political victim," alleging the case was "politically motivated."The High Court has granted Tejpal time to surrender, while the legal battle is expected to continue before the Supreme Court. n18oc_breaking-newsn18oc_indian18oc_politicsCNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtubeLast Updated: August 06, 2026, 15:25 ISTmore Videos