Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh granted 30-day parole

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the head of Dera Sacha Sauda, has been granted parole for 30 days ^[1], ^[2].

The release of the controversial leader often sparks significant public interest and security concerns in Haryana due to his large following. His repeated periods of parole have previously drawn scrutiny from legal observers and the public.

According to officials, the parole was granted while Singh was being held at Sunaria Jail in Rohtak, Haryana ^[2]. The specific reasons for the granting of this 30-day period were not officially disclosed by the authorities ^[1].

Singh remains a polarizing figure in India. His tenure as the leader of the Dera Sacha Sauda sect has been marked by legal battles and convictions that led to his incarceration in the Rohtak facility. The administration of parole for high-profile prisoners in the region is frequently monitored for adherence to judicial guidelines.

Officials said the parole duration is fixed at 30 days ^[1]. The release process from Sunaria Jail typically involves coordinated security measures to manage the crowds of followers who often gather to welcome the leader upon his exit.