In a dramatic turn of events in Amritsar, Dr Sarpreet Singh, the son of legendary coal mine rescue hero Jaswant Singh Gill, was rescued by police from an alleged abduction within 40 hours of the incident. The abduction, which came to light on Wednesday, has sent shockwaves through the community, given the victim's connection to a national hero whose story inspired a Bollywood film.
The Abduction and Swift Police Action
According to detailed police reports, the incident unfolded late on December 25. Dr Sarpreet Singh was forcibly taken from Bhullar Avenue in Amritsar. The perpetrators held him against his will before a police operation led to his rescue from a de-addiction centre in Goindwal Sahib. The entire ordeal lasted approximately 40 hours, showcasing a rapid response from the law enforcement agencies.
Sarpreet, in his statement, revealed that the abduction was linked to an ongoing property dispute within the family. "The abductors just observed me all this time, and later I was recovered by police," he stated. The police have also obtained crucial CCTV footage from the scene, which reportedly shows several individuals exiting a car and forcibly taking a person away, corroborating the victim's account.
The Legacy of 'Capsule Gill'
The case has garnered significant attention primarily because of the victim's father, Engineer Jaswant Singh Gill, popularly known as 'Capsule Gill'. He is a recipient of the 'Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak' for his unparalleled bravery. His claim to fame was the heroic rescue of 65 lives from the flooded Mahabir Colliery in Raniganj, West Bengal, on November 13, 1989.
Gill engineered and executed a daring rescue using a specially crafted steel capsule, a feat that captured the nation's imagination. This real-life heroism was later immortalized in the Bollywood film 'Capsule Gill', starring Akshay Kumar in the lead role, bringing the story to a pan-Indian audience.
Aftermath and Legal Proceedings
Following his safe recovery, Dr Sarpreet Singh has taken formal legal steps. He has lodged a formal complaint with the police regarding his abduction. The investigation is now focused on identifying and apprehending the abductors and unraveling the full details of the family property dispute that allegedly triggered this extreme action.
The swift resolution of the case within two days has been commended, but it also raises concerns about the lengths to which familial disputes can escalate. The police are continuing their probe, examining all angles to ensure justice is served in this high-profile case.
