FARIDKOT, Punjab—Baba Baljit Singh Daduwal, who was earlier granted bail in a number of cases, was again re-arrested by the police. The police arrest took place in a rather dramatic fashion as he was again put into custody minutes after being released.
More details are being awaited on the re-arrest of Baba Daduwal, however as per unconfirmed reports, he was arrested on fresh charges under sections 107 & 151 of CrPC preventive measures.
It is noteworthy that Baba Daduwal had earlier secured bail in 7 cases that were pending against him. It has been alleged that he was arrested due to his involvement in the Haryana Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee.
Baba Baljit Singh will remain under judicial remand until October 17.
Background
Baba Daduwal was initially arrested on August 21, shortly after the by-polls were concluded in Punjab for two seats of Patiala and Talwandi Sabo. It was alleged by followers and supporters of Baba Daduwal that police had wanted to frame his arrest for a long time, however to avoid any unnecessary issues during elections, he remand was delayed until elections were conducted. Baba Baljit Singh was wanted by the police under a number of cases, however his involvement and support for the HGPC irked the Punjab Government.
It should be noted that Baba Daduwal was successful in taking control of historic Gurdwara Sahib in Guhla-Cheeka (Haryana) from the SGPC after formation of separate management committee for Haryana Gurdwaras.
Most cases registered against him were under the Arms Act.
