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What happened
On November 10, 2025, the Supreme Court of India refused to entertain a plea from Amritpal Singh, the leader of the 'Waris Punjab De' outfit, challenging his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). The court directed Singh to approach the Punjab and Haryana High Court, which is required to resolve his petition within six weeks. Singh has been detained for over two years, primarily based on a single FIR for which a chargesheet has already been filed. The NSA allows for the detention of individuals deemed a threat to national security. Singh, who previously contested the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, was arrested in April 2023 after a month-long manhunt. His detention follows incidents involving clashes with police and allegations of inciting disharmony and violence.
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Key insights
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Supreme Court's Role: The Supreme Court directed Singh to seek relief from a lower court.
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Detention Duration: Singh has been detained for over two years under the NSA.
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Political Background: Singh contested the 2024 elections as an Independent candidate.
Takeaways
The Supreme Court's decision emphasizes the legal process for challenging detentions under the NSA, directing Singh to pursue his case in a lower court.