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Amritpal Singh, who is currently lodged in Dibrugarh jail in Assam, is now planning to implement his political plans in Punjab. According to reports, he may announce his new political party during the Maghi Mela on January 14. This fair is held at Muktsar Sahib and is extremely important for the Sikh community.
Objective and strategy of party formation
- Party announcement:
The formation of the party on behalf of Amritpal Singh will be announced by his father Tarsem Singh and supporters. - Importance of Maghi Fair:
Due to the large presence of people from the Sikh community, this fair is being considered the right platform to give a political message. - Rally organized:
Amritpal Singh’s father and supporters have also organized ‘Panth Bachao, Punjab Bachao Rally’, where the formation of the party will be formally announced.
Political influence of Amritpal Singh
- Victory on Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha seat:
In the 2024 general elections, Amritpal Singh had won a big victory from Khadoor Sahib seat, even though he was in jail.- His family and supporters campaigned, due to which he got this victory.
- Confirmation of party formation:
The plan to form a party has been confirmed by Tarsem Singh’s associate Sukhwinder Singh Agwan.- Agwan, who is associated with fundamentalist ideology, is the nephew of Satwant Singh (involved in the assassination of Indira Gandhi).
- Claim to protect Sikhism:
Tarsem Singh said that the aim of the party is to unite people dedicated to protecting the sect.
New place for sectarian politics in Punjab
Experts believe that after the weakening of Akali Dal, a vacant space has been created for sectarian politics in Punjab.
- Amritpal Singh’s efforts:
He is trying to fill this space and promote sect based politics. - Advocacy of Khalistan:
Amritpal Singh has been openly talking about making Punjab Khalistan, making this move a matter of concern for central agencies.
Tarsem Singh’s statement of October 2024
Tarsem Singh had already expressed his intentions of forming a party.
- Trips and Meetings in Punjab:
He had said that he would travel in Punjab and hold meetings with the people and plan the formation of the party. - Religious priority:
“We will take on board those who are willing to sacrifice their lives to protect the sect.”
Concern for central agencies
The formation of Amritpal Singh’s party and the expansion of its radical ideology in Punjab can become a big challenge for the central government and security agencies.
- Rise of radical politics:
Amritpal Singh’s formation of a political party is a sign of the rise of fundamentalist politics in Punjab. - Khalistani Agenda:
His activities and open advocacy of Khalistan have increased the risk to national security.