Explainer: Why Bandi Sikh issue is back in focus
As SC questions delay in Rajoana’s execution, the political sentiment in Punjab is in favour of release of Sikh prisoners
Updated At : 06:31 AM Oct 05, 2025 IST
The apex court was hearing Rajoana’s petition for commutation of death penalty to life term on the ground of delay in deciding on his mercy plea. ANI
With the Supreme Court questioning the delay in Beant Singh assassination convict Balwant Singh Rajoana’s execution, the issue of Bandi Singhs is back in focus. Bandi Singhs or Bandi Sikhs are Sikh prisoners convicted for their involvement in militant activities during the 1980s and 1990s. Most were convicted under the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act or TADA and other IPC offences.
