Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Lok Sabha MP from Khadoor Sahib Amritpal Singh has been granted one day of interim bail to attend the funeral of his grandmother, Mata Charan Kaur. The MP is currently lodged in Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam.
The relief was granted by an Additional Sessions Judge after hearing a plea filed by Amritpal’s legal team. His lawyers had requested three days of interim bail, citing the family’s bereavement and the need for him to be present during the final rites.
The court also granted interim bail to two other family members. Amritpal’s uncle, Harjit Singh, received three days of relief, while Sukhman was granted two days.
Why Amritpal Singh’s Lawyers Want Bail Extended
Amritpal’s lawyer, Karamvir Singh, said the legal team would move the court to seek an extension of the interim bail period until November 17.
He pointed out that the funeral is scheduled for November 14, leaving little time to complete the necessary formalities and security arrangements for Amritpal’s journey from Assam to Punjab.
According to the family’s schedule, the cremation will take place on November 14. The immersion of the ashes and the commencement of Sri Akhand Path Sahib are planned for November 15. The concluding bhog ceremony and final ardas will be held on November 17.
The defence had argued that Amritpal should be allowed to be with his family during the mourning period on humanitarian grounds.
Amritpal’s Second Temporary Release From Jail
This will be the second occasion on which Amritpal Singh is allowed to leave prison temporarily. He was earlier granted one-day relief from custody to take oath as a Lok Sabha MP after winning the Khadoor Sahib seat.
However, the latest court order grants him only one day of interim bail. Any extension to cover the remaining family ceremonies will depend on the court’s decision.
