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Jailed MP Amritpal Singh approaches Punjab HC seeking direction to attend Parliament session

Amritpal Singh, jailed Lok Sabha MP representing the Khardoor Sahib Lok Sabha constituency

Chandigarh: Amritpal Singh, jailed Lok Sabha MP and Pro-Khalistani leader, has filed a petition in the Punjab High Court to allow him to attend the ongoing Parliament session as there is a possibility that his seat may be vacated due to his prolonged absence.

According to Article 101(4) of the Constitution, if a member of either House of Parliament is absent for more than 60 days without permission on the days the Parliament meets, then the House may declare their seats vacant.

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