The Supreme Court of India has refused to entertain a petition filed by Amritpal Singh, the chief of the 'Waris Punjab De' organization, challenging his detention under the stringent National Security Act (NSA).
Court's Decision on Legal Challenge
In a significant development on 10 November 2025, the apex court declined to consider Singh's plea against his continued imprisonment. The decision means the controversial Sikh leader will remain in detention under the national security legislation.
Amritpal Singh, who heads the 'Waris Punjab De' outfit, is currently lodged in a jail located in Dibrugarh, Assam, along with nine of his associates. All of them face detention under the same security act.
Current Situation and Location
The choice of Dibrugarh in Assam as the detention location has been notable, placing Singh and his associates far from their home state of Punjab. This geographical separation has been part of the government's strategy in handling the case.
The National Security Act allows for preventive detention for months without formal charges. The government has invoked this powerful law against Singh and his team, citing concerns about national security and public order.
Legal Implications and Next Steps
With the Supreme Court's refusal to consider his petition, Singh's legal options have narrowed significantly. His legal team must now explore alternative judicial avenues to challenge the detention order.
The case has drawn considerable attention across Punjab and national political circles. Many are watching closely to see how this legal battle unfolds in the coming weeks and months.
As of now, there has been no official statement from Singh's legal representatives regarding their next course of action following the Supreme Court's decision.
