Amritpal Singh's fate hinges on Union Home Ministry's decision
Amritpal Singh's sentence under the NSA ends on April 23, but confusion remains over his release. The Punjab government is planning to extend his sentence for one year, for which discussions are being held with the Union Home Ministry. After this conversation, the sentence or release of Amritpal Singh will be decided only on the reply of the Union Home Ministry.
The sentence of Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, who is serving a sentence in Assam's Dibrugarh jail under the NSA, is scheduled to end on April 23. Under the NSA, punishment is up to 2 years. The sentence will now end on April 23, but the release of Amritpal Singh is still in jeopardy as the Punjab government is expected to extend his custody for one year. The Punjab Home Department has been approached by the Union Home Ministry to enhance the sentence. After this conversation, the sentence or release of Amritpal Singh will be decided only on the reply of the Union Home Ministry.
NSA's sentencing will be completed on April 23
The ongoing discussion between the Union Home Ministry and the Home Department of Punjab may be hampered by the case registered under the NSA as it is believed that Amritpal Singh's sentence is being discussed for enhancement but only two years of punishment is given under the NSA and it is going to be completed on April 23. In such a situation, Amritpal Singh will be brought to Punjab or will have to stay in Assam jail after increasing the sentence.
Action against Amritpal Singh under UAPA
Amritpal Singh has been booked under the NSA, but Amritpal Singh, who is serving a two-year sentence, can now be booked under the UAPA. Amritpal Singh, who is lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh jail, was booked under the UAPA in connection with the murder of the activist. Action can now be taken under the UAPA to further the sentence of Amritpal Singh.