Punjab police, RAF hold flag march in many places

March 19, 2023 14:21

The weapons seized by the Punjab police during chase to nab Amritpal Singh/ANI

The Punjab police and Rapid Action Force conducted flag march at various places on Sunday as efforts are underway to nab pro-Khalistan "Waris Punjab De" chief Amritpal Singh.

"Bathinda police is conducting a flag march at various places on Sunday. Its purpose is to instil confidence among people and that the situation is under control. Action has been taken as per law and we've also arrested some people," Bathinda SSP Gulneet Singh Khurana said.

"We'll take legal action if anyone tries to take the law into their hands," he added.

Talking about the arrest of Amritpal Singh, Jalandhar commissioner Kuldeep Singh Chahal said, "The police chased him for about 20-25 km but he managed to escape. We've recovered a number of weapons and two cars."

"Search is underway and we'll arrest him soon. Law and order will be maintained," added CP Chahal.

Earlier on Sunday, the suspension on mobile internet services and SMS services has been extended in the territorial jurisdiction of Punjab till March 20 (12:00 hours). -- ANI

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