Punjab/Alive News: Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, who has been lodged in Assam’s Dibrugarh Jail for around three-and-a-half years, has been granted one-day interim bail to attend his grandmother’s funeral. An Amritsar court approved his request following the death of his grandmother, Mata Charan Kaur, on November 8.
Amritpal’s family had requested four days of interim bail, from November 14 to 17, so that he could attend the last rites and other religious ceremonies. However, the court allowed him only one day. He is expected to reach Punjab on Saturday.
His lawyer, Karamveer Singh, confirmed the development and said other family members had also received interim bail.
Family Delayed Funeral Waiting for Bail
After Charan Kaur’s death, the family postponed her funeral until Amritpal received permission to attend the last rites. The family said his presence at the funeral was important on humanitarian and family grounds.
Earlier, when his grandmother was seriously ill, the family had approached the court seeking permission for a video call. The court had allowed a 10-minute conversation. However, his lawyers alleged that the administration failed to arrange the call on time.
Speculation Over 2027 Punjab Elections
Meanwhile, discussions are also underway about Amritpal Singh contesting the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. There is speculation that he may contest from two constituencies, Khadoor Sahib and Dhuri. Dhuri is currently represented by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
However, no official announcement regarding his election plans has been made.
