Controversy Erupts as Congress Leader Digvijaya Singh Calls Jailed Umar Khalid "Innocent" Prompting BJP Outrage

Nov 04, 2025 08:34 pm CST

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh has sparked political controversy by describing former JNU scholar Umar Khalid as "innocent" and demanding his release after five years in custody. BJP representatives have responded with severe criticism, accusing Singh of sympathizing with individuals charged in national security cases. Khalid remains detained under UAPA in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots investigation.