From Prison to Politics: Amritpal Singh's New Political Venture

Tarsem Singh, father of jailed preacher-politician Amritpal Singh, announced plans to launch a new political party in Punjab ahead of Maghi Mela. The party will be led by Amritpal upon his release from jail, where he is held under the National Security Act for past confrontations with police.

Tarsem Singh, father of the incarcerated preacher Amritpal Singh, declared his intentions to establish a political party in Punjab during Maghi Mela on January 14.

The announcement is set to take place in Muktsar, with the expectation that Amritpal will assume leadership upon his release. Meanwhile, Tarsem Singh will oversee the party's formation and rollout.

Amritpal Singh, known for leading the 'Waris Punjab De' group and contesting the Lok Sabha elections last year, is currently detained in Assam's Dibrugarh Jail under the National Security Act after a high-profile incident involving police confrontation.

(With inputs from agencies.)