Delhi Assembly Speaker Grants Further Extension to Punjab Police in Atishi FIR Matter
Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has provided another extension to Punjab Police officers. This extension allows them more time to submit their replies concerning the registration of an FIR in the case involving a video clip of former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi.
Background of the Notice and Previous Extensions
On January 10, Speaker Vijender Gupta issued a notice to key Punjab Police officials. The notice specifically targeted the Punjab Director General of Police, the DGP for cybercrime, and the Commissioner of Police in Jalandhar. Gupta directed these officers to provide their responses on the FIR registration issue.
The initial deadline for submitting these replies was set for January 12. However, the officers requested additional time, leading to an extension until January 15. They cited the need for ten more days to prepare their responses adequately.
Latest Development and New Deadline
On Thursday evening, the Punjab Police officers approached the speaker once again. They sought further time beyond the January 15 deadline. In response, Speaker Vijender Gupta granted them an extension of one week.
This new deadline gives the officers approximately seven additional days to finalize and submit their replies. The case revolves around the FIR registration process linked to a video clip featuring Atishi, who previously served as Delhi's chief minister.
The ongoing extensions highlight the complexity and sensitivity of the matter. Both the Delhi Assembly and Punjab Police are navigating legal and procedural aspects carefully. The speaker's decision to allow more time suggests a commitment to thorough examination while maintaining pressure for accountability.
Observers note that such extensions are not uncommon in high-profile cases involving multiple jurisdictions. The involvement of cybercrime officials indicates the digital nature of the evidence under scrutiny.
As the new deadline approaches, stakeholders await the Punjab Police's detailed responses. These submissions will likely influence further actions or discussions in the Delhi Assembly regarding the FIR and the underlying video clip incident.
