Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh has been sent back to Dibrugarh jail in Assam in connection with the Ajnala police station attack case. The development comes after a court order on Thursday, directing his return to the high-security prison.
Background of the Case
The Ajnala police station attack case dates back to a violent incident in which a mob attacked the police station in Ajnala, a town in Punjab's Amritsar district. Amritpal Singh, who was recently elected as the Member of Parliament from Khadoor Sahib, has been under investigation for his alleged involvement in orchestrating the attack.
Legal Proceedings
On Thursday, a special court in Punjab issued orders for Singh's transfer back to Dibrugarh jail, where he was previously held. The court's decision came after the police sought his custody for further interrogation in the case. Singh had been brought to Punjab on a production warrant for a hearing in a separate matter.
Security was tightened as Singh was escorted from the court premises to the airport. He was flown to Dibrugarh under heavy police protection. The Dibrugarh jail has been the primary detention facility for Singh since his arrest under the National Security Act (NSA) earlier this year.
Political Reactions
The move has drawn sharp reactions from political circles. Supporters of Amritpal Singh have termed the transfer as a conspiracy to suppress his voice. Meanwhile, the Punjab government has maintained that all legal procedures are being followed strictly.
Amritpal Singh, a firebrand preacher and leader of the 'Waris Punjab De' outfit, has been at the center of controversy. His arrest and subsequent detention under the NSA had sparked protests across the state. The Ajnala police station attack case is one of several cases registered against him.
Next Hearing
The next hearing in the case is scheduled for next month. The court has directed the police to submit a detailed report on the investigation. Meanwhile, Singh's legal team has vowed to challenge the transfer order in higher courts.
