AMRITSAR, April 30 -- The family of 'Waris De Punjab' chief Amritpal Singh on Monday refused to extend support to Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) candidate from Khadoor Sahib Virsa Singh Valtoha, saying the radical Sikh preacher will contest as an Independent.

The development comes after Valtoha met Amritpal's father and mother at Heritage Street near Golden Temple and requested them to urge their son not to contest from the rural Sikh constituency, fearing division of Panthic votes.

"Amritpal is contesting the elections. How can we extend support to any other candidate? His candidature was announced four days ago, so, the Akali Dal should have supported him. It should have thought about the Panthic interests and division of votes," said Amri...