Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, leader of Dera Sacha Sauda, was granted a 21-day [1] parole and released from Rohtak Sunaria jail on Tuesday morning.
The release of the convicted leader often draws significant attention due to his large following and the recurring nature of his temporary exits from prison.
Singh left the facility at approximately 6:05 a.m. [4] on Tuesday, Aug. 25 [5]. Following his release, he traveled to the Dera Sacha Sauda ashram located in Sirsa, Haryana [1, 2].
This instance marks the 17th [3] temporary release for Singh. According to records, this total includes 12 separate periods of parole, and five periods of farlo [3].
The parole was granted by authorities following a court decision that allowed for his temporary release [1]. He is expected to remain outside of prison for the duration of the 21-day [1] period before returning to custody.
Political reactions have already surfaced following the announcement. Pawan Khera, a leader of the Congress party, said the release was a point of criticism against the BJP [2].
“Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh was granted a 21-day parole”
The frequent granting of parole and farlo to Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh highlights a recurring legal pattern in his incarceration. With 17 temporary releases to date, the process has become a point of political contention in India, often serving as a flashpoint for debates regarding the equitable application of judicial leniency for high-profile convicts.
