CHANDIGARH; 8th August 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday urged Governor of Punjab Gulab Chand Kataria to grant 10 days’ parole to Jagtar Singh Hawara to enable him to meet his ailing mother.

• On Humanitarian Grounds, Jagtar Singh Hawara Should Be Granted 10-Day Parole To Meet His Ailing Mother: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann
• It Is Imperative In Wake Of Deteriorating Health Condition Of Jagtar Singh Hawara’s Mother: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

In a letter to the Governor, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Owing to her old age, the mother of Jagtar Singh Hawara is facing age-related health issues. This has resulted in deterioration of her health, which is a major cause of concern for everyone.”

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CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Jagtar Singh Hawara has also filed CRWP No. 3868/2026 before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh, seeking directions for his release on parole.”

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The High Court has also directed that his parole application be considered.”

Therefore, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann requested the Governor of Punjab to kindly consider granting 10 days’ parole to Jagtar Singh Hawara at the earliest on humanitarian grounds. “It is imperative because of the deteriorating health condition of his mother,” he said.