The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has now taken over the case of the national flag at the Indian high commission in London being pulled down during a protest by pro-Khalistan activists. The development comes nearly a month after the incident that took place on March 19.
The case was earlier registered with the Special Cell of the Delhi Police. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had earlier given a nod to transfer the case to NIA. An FIR in connection with the protest staged by pro-Khalistani activists, was registered at the Special Cell of Delhi Police.
The case was registered after the Home Ministry asked Delhi Police to take legal action, an IANS report said. It was filed under relevant sections of Indian Penal Code, Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act and an investigation has been initiated in the case.
The British Deputy High Commissioner was also summoned by the Centre, demanding an explanation over the complete absence of security during the protest. The British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis had described the incident as “disgraceful” and “totally unacceptable”.