Punjab & Haryana HC Hears Amritpal Singh’s Plea Seeking Parole to Attend Parliament as Elected MP

The High Court heard Waris Punjab De leader and newly elected MP Amritpal Singh’s plea for temporary parole to attend Parliament proceedings while he remains detained under the National Security Act (NSA). The Court sought detailed responses from the Union and State governments, observing that the matter involves sensitive national-security implications and also democratic representation rights. Singh’s counsel argued that an MP’s participation in the House is essential to fulfil constitutional duties, while the State argued that NSA detention prioritizes public order and security over individual requests. The Court has not granted relief yet but highlighted the need to balance individual liberty, parliamentary functioning, and national security concerns. The proceedings will likely set a precedent on the extent of rights a detained MP enjoys, especially under preventive-detention regimes where regular bail jurisprudence does not apply.