NIA books Khalistani terrorist Pannun for threatening Modi on I-Day
What's the story
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has registered a case against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a US-based Khalistani terrorist. The case was filed after Pannun announced a reward of ₹11 crore for "Sikh soldiers" who stop Prime Minister Narendra Modi from hoisting the national flag at the Red Fort on Independence Day. The FIR also accuses him of "spreading disaffection among Sikhs against India."
Threat details
Pannun also unveiled new map of 'Khalistan'
According to the NIA's FIR, Pannun, who is the general counsel of the banned Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) outfit, made the remarks during a "Meet the Press" event at Lahore Press Club in Pakistan on August 10. The FIR also mentions that Pannun unveiled a new map for Khalistan during his address. This map includes Punjab, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh as part of the proposed Khalistan. The NIA alleges that these actions threaten India's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Investigation order
FIR filed on orders of Union Home Ministry
The case against Pannun was registered on the orders of the Union Home Ministry. The ministry said, "having regard to the gravity of the offense, its national and international ramifications and the need to unearth the larger conspiracy, it is required to be investigated by National Investigation Agency." The FIR names "Gurpatwant Singh Pannun and other unknown persons" under relevant sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).