Amritpal Singh’s Fugitive Status and Involvement in Separatist Activities
The hunt for pro-Khalistan activist Amritpal Singh continues as he remains on the run from Indian authorities. Singh, who is wanted for his alleged involvement in separatist activities and links with terrorist groups, has released multiple videos on YouTube since going into hiding. In the latest video, he indicated that he would not surrender despite 13 days on the run from the police.
Police Launch Massive Hunt for Sikh Radical Leader in Hoshiarpur District
Police have launched a massive search for Singh after receiving a tipoff about his location based on a temporary mobile number he used while traveling from Hoshiarpur to Phagwara. A police team chased his car, but he managed to escape and abandoned the vehicle near a gurdwara in Marnaiyan Kalan village. Singh and his associates disappeared after crossing the wall of the gurdwara.
Punjab Government Closes in on Amritpal Singh
The Punjab government has told the high court that they are close to catching Amritpal Singh after failing to locate him despite having 80,000 police personnel. The court had questioned the government’s intelligence failure in failing to apprehend him.
Pro-Khalistan Leader Surrenders Before Punjab Police
In recent developments, Amritpal Singh reportedly surrendered himself before police authorities in Haryana. Upon surrendering, Singh denied allegations of being shot with a video camera while in police custody. He further clarified that he was not habitual in making videos or facing the camera and was unwell when the video was shot.
Singh also denied setting any conditions for his surrender and urged the Sikh community to unite for “Sarbat Khalsa.” He reiterated that he doesn’t fear jail or torture and will continue fighting for his community. Singh denied allegations of fleeing to another country and suggested that he could never think about being a fugitive.
Pressure on the Jathedar
Singh’s surrender before the police has put pressure on the jathedar, who has urged him to surrender before the police and cooperate with the investigation. However, Singh has taken the opportunity to suggest that Sarbat Khalsa be convened on Baisakhi, and Khalsa Wahir begin from Akal Takht to Takht Damdama Sahib on the same day.
In conclusion, the hunt for Amritpal Singh continues as authorities try to locate him for his alleged involvement in separatist activities. While Singh remains on the run, he has been calling on members of the Sikh community to unite and stand together for their cause. The situation remains fluid, and it remains to be seen how it will develop over time.
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