Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s convoy leaves Panchkula after the verdict. Jaipal Singh Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s convoy leaves Panchkula after the verdict. Jaipal SinghWITH LAKHS of intimidating followers and influential people apparently protecting him, the rape case against Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh was not an easy one to crack for the CBI. Senior CBI officers were not the only ones allegedly trying to shield Ram Rahim — Narayanan said he got calls from politicians as well. The officer was also threatened by Dera followers, who, he said, had tried to find his residence.

Source: Indian Express August 25, 2017 21:47 UTC