In a surprising turn of events, a recent search conducted at the Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam has uncovered a variety of electronic devices, including a spycam and a smartphone with an active SIM card, in the prison cells. The jail currently houses several members of the radical pro-Khalistani outfit ‘Waris Punjab De’, including its chief, Amritpal Singh, and one of his uncles.
According to the Assam Police chief GP Singh, the search was conducted after receiving intelligence about unauthorized activities taking place in the jail. The officials seized various electronic devices, such as a keypad phone, a TV remote with a keyboard, a spycam pen, pen drives, Bluetooth headphones, and speakers. The jail authorities have confiscated the items and are now investigating the source of these unauthorized articles and the mode of their induction into the prison.
To ensure enhanced surveillance, additional CCTV cameras have been installed in the public area of the National Security Act (NSA) block. The Director General of Police has implemented additional lawful measures and preventive actions to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. Although the police chief did not explicitly mention that the confiscated electronics belonged to the Khalistani radicals in the prison, it is clear that the discovery has raised concerns about security breaches within the jail.
Prior to the arrival of the members of the outfit from Punjab, including Amritpal Singh, a multi-tier security arrangement was established in the Dibrugarh Jail. This included the installation of additional CCTV cameras and the repair or replacement of faulty ones. The jail, constructed by the British in 1859-60, is one of the oldest and high-security prisons in the Northeast.
Amritpal Singh and his aides have been imprisoned in Dibrugarh Jail since March 19 last year under the National Security Act. The arrests were made during a crackdown on the Waris Punjab De outfit in various parts of Punjab. It was reported that Amritpal Singh has been kept in a solitary cell. The investigation is ongoing, and further actions will be taken to ensure the security and integrity of the prison facility.
FAQ Section:
1. What was discovered during the search conducted at the Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam?
– The search uncovered a variety of electronic devices, including a spycam and a smartphone with an active SIM card, in the prison cells.
2. Who are the members of the outfit currently housed in the jail?
– The jail currently houses several members of the radical pro-Khalistani outfit ‘Waris Punjab De’, including its chief, Amritpal Singh, and one of his uncles.
3. Why was the search conducted in the jail?
– The search was conducted after receiving intelligence about unauthorized activities taking place in the jail.
4. What electronic devices were confiscated during the search?
– The officials seized various electronic devices, such as a keypad phone, a TV remote with a keyboard, a spycam pen, pen drives, Bluetooth headphones, and speakers.
5. What actions are being taken by the authorities?
– The jail authorities have confiscated the items and are now investigating the source of these unauthorized articles and the mode of their induction into the prison. Additional CCTV cameras have been installed in the public area of the National Security Act (NSA) block to enhance surveillance.
Definitions:
– Khalistani: Referring to individuals or groups advocating for an independent Sikh state, known as Khalistan, in Punjab, India.
– Spycam: A hidden camera used to secretly record video or take pictures.
– SIM card: A small chip used in mobile devices to store data and enable cellular network connectivity.
– Pen drive: A portable storage device, also known as a USB flash drive, used to store and transfer digital files.
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