The accused was produced before Judicial Magistrate Kartik Taparia, where the Delhi Police sought 10 days of custody to carry out a detailed investigation. However, the court granted only eight days.
Representing the police, Additional Public Prosecutor Atul Shrivastava argued that extended custody was necessary to probe a possible conspiracy and examine a potential “terror angle” behind the incident. He also informed the court that Singh’s mobile phone, which he allegedly discarded, is yet to be recovered.
The defence opposed the police plea, claiming that Singh has been mentally unstable and undergoing treatment for several months. According to his counsel, Singh had left home abruptly about two weeks ago to visit his sister in Chandigarh, leaving his family unaware of his whereabouts.
The defence further stated that Singh returned to Delhi after learning that his nephew had gone missing and mistakenly entered the Assembly complex, believing it to be a gurdwara.
However, the court questioned the credibility of this claim. “You are driving 700 km across states and yet you are claiming insanity?” the judge remarked, expressing skepticism over the timing of the mental health defence. The court also questioned how Singh was permitted to drive if his condition was so severe. Although the defence presented medical documents, the court found inconsistencies in them.
Meanwhile, the prosecution revealed that Singh attempted to run over security personnel twice when they tried to stop him, leading to the inclusion of charges of attempt to murder. It was also disclosed that Singh had earlier hired drivers and made inquiries about routes, suggesting prior planning.
Investigators noted that Singh, 37, is believed to be a supporter of the Kisan Andolan and had shared social media posts backing farmer leaders associated with the 2020–21 protests, some of which were later deleted.
The incident occurred around 2 pm on April 6, when the SUV, bearing a Uttar Pradesh registration from Pilibhit, entered the Assembly complex through Gate No. 2. According to police sources, the vehicle approached from the Delhi University side, took a sharp turn, broke through boom barriers, and forced its way inside.
The Delhi Assembly complex has six gates, with Gate No. 2 designated for VIP movement and typically opened only during special occasions. Regular access is usually managed through Gate No. 1 and a service gate.
A case has been registered at Civil Lines police station under multiple sections of law, including attempt to murder, criminal trespass with intent to commit an offence, use of criminal force against a public servant, and provisions under the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, along with other charges related to obstruction of public servants in the discharge of their duties.
The investigation is ongoing.
