CM Mann Assures Bandi Singh Insaaf Morcha Panel of Legal Steps for Release of Sikh Prisonersਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਮਾਨ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਬੰਦੀ ਸਿੰਘ ਇਨਸਾਫ਼ ਮੋਰਚੇ ਦੇ ਵਫ਼ਦ ਨੂੰ ਰਿਹਾਈ ਲਈ ਕਾਨੂੰਨੀ ਕਦਮਾਂ ਦਾ ਭਰੋਸਾ

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday assured a four-member committee of the Bandi Singh Insaaf Morcha that his government will pursue all possible legal and constitutional steps for an early resolution of the issue of Sikh prisoners in jails, including those who have completed their sentences.

Mann said the matter cannot be allowed to remain unresolved indefinitely.

Who met the Chief Minister?

The committee has four members: Gurdeep Singh Bathinda, advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur, Pal Singh France and Balwinder Pal Singh. They put their concerns about the release of Bandi Sikhs before the Chief Minister, the Tribune and Yes Punjab reported.

What did Mann promise?

Mann said steps that should have been taken years ago, but were not, would now be pursued on priority. He said the government would work strictly within the Constitution and existing laws.

In a post on X, he called it an emotive and sensitive issue and said the Punjab government is committed to finding an appropriate solution at the earliest. He added that his government would not shy away from difficult but necessary steps to secure justice through lawful means.

What has not been announced?

Reports on the meeting do not name any specific legal move, timeline or list of prisoners. The statements describe intent, and no concrete order or filing was reported.

What happens next?

The committee's members heard the assurance directly from the Chief Minister. The Chief Minister's office has said the government will continue to address Punjab's issues through democratic and lawful means. Any actual step would need to follow within the legal framework Mann described.

Who are the Bandi Sikhs?

The term refers to Sikh prisoners held in jails across the country, including those who remain in custody after completing their sentences, according to the reports on the meeting.

Who is on the Bandi Singh Insaaf Morcha committee?

Gurdeep Singh Bathinda, advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur, Pal Singh France and Balwinder Pal Singh.

Has Punjab announced a specific step for the release of Bandi Sikhs?

Not yet. Mann promised legal and constitutional steps on priority, but the reports name no specific action or deadline.