New Delhi, April 28 -- The Delhi High Court Monday approved custody parole to OMA Salam, former chairman of the now-banned Popular Front of India (PFI), allowing him to travel to his hometown in Kerala for religious and familial rites following the tragic passing of his daughter, a medical student.

Justice Ravinder Dudeja reviewed the arguments presented and approved a three-day custody parole, permitting Salam six hours of supervised release per day.

The court further ruled that Salam must personally bear the travel expenses, along with those of his accompanying security personnel.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) opposed the extended parole, arguing that Salam's prominent role within PFI could lead to a significant strain on s...