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Dallewal's fast-unto-death enters Day 17: PIL filed in High Court to end hunger strike, ensure national peace
Babushahi Bureau
Ambala (Haryana), December 12, 2204:Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, whose fast-unto-death entered seventeenth day on Thursday, Advocate Vasu Ranjan Shandilya, Chairperson of the Council of Lawyers and a renowned advocate practicing in the Supreme Court and Punjab & Haryana High Court has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Punjab and Haryana High Court to save the life of Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a leader of the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM), who is on a hunger strike.
The PIL seeks immediate intervention from the court to protect Dallewal’s life and prevent potential unrest that could disrupt the peace in Punjab and across the nation.
The petition, filed under Article 226 of the Constitution, appeals to the High Court to direct the state and central governments to take necessary steps to provide Dallewal with urgent medical care and address the concerns raised by the farmers.
Advocate Shandilya emphasized that Dallewal’s deteriorating health could lead to a law-and-order crisis, as farmers across the country may react strongly to any unfortunate incident.Citing Article 21 of the Constitution, he stressed the importance of safeguarding Dallewal’s right to life while maintaining national harmony.
In his plea, Advocate Shandilya urged the court to hear the PIL on an urgent basis to ensure swift action.
He also highlighted the broader implications of the situation, stating that immediate steps are essential to preserve public peace and prevent any disruption that may arise from negligence.
Notably, Advocate Shandilya has been actively involved in significant legal battles, including filing a petition in the High Court to reopen the Shambhu border, citing economic losses to the Ambala region.
He also argued the matter in the apex court which had previously led to the formation of a committee under Retired Justice Nawab Singh to explore a permanent solution for opening access routes.
With the hearing of the Shambhu border case scheduled for December 13 in the Supreme Court, Advocate Shandilya felt compelled to take immediate action after learning about the dire condition of Mr. Dallewal through media reports.
His PIL in the Punjab and Haryana High Court calls for the urgent hospitalization of Mr. Dallewal and effective steps by the authorities to prevent a potential crisis.