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Amritpal Singh, the radical preacher who won the Lok Sabha polls from Khadoor Sahib, Punjab, is set to be flown to Delhi in a military aircraft for his oath-taking ceremony. Singh, along with ten other outfit members, has been granted a four-day parole under stringent restrictions to attend the event. An eight-member team of Punjab Police, led by a Senior Superintendent of Police, will escort Singh from Dibrugarh Central Jail to New Delhi. The security measures for his temporary release include a ban on public statements, media coverage, and activities compromising national security. Singh’s family visited him in jail after his election win, where they were updated on his parole orders.
Singh’s victory in the Lok Sabha polls by a significant margin of 1,97,120 votes as an Independent candidate showcases his strong support base in the region. Despite his incarceration and that of his outfit members under the National Security Act, Singh’s popularity remains evident. The stringent parole conditions signify the government’s cautious approach to his participation in the oath-taking ceremony. The deployment of security personnel under the supervision of SSP, Amritsar will ensure a smooth escort for Singh to Delhi.
The restrictions imposed on Singh and his relatives during the visit highlight the authorities’ concerns about potential disruptions or security threats during the event. His success in the polls despite being imprisoned demonstrates the complexities of India’s political landscape and the influence of certain figures. As Amritpal Singh prepares to embark on his journey to Delhi for the oath-taking, the nation watches closely to witness this unique and unprecedented event unfold. Stay tuned to HeadlineFly.com for the latest updates on Amritpal Singh’s oath-taking ceremony and the security measures in place.