Panchkula Turned Into Fortress: Gurmeet Ram Rahim To Appear In Court Tomorrow 'Despite Back Pain'

"High alert in Ludhiana. Appeal to people to maintain peace. Strict action will be taken against those who try to create trouble," said G Singh, ACP. (Images: ANI)

New Delhi: Supporters of Ram Rahim Singh has gathered in Panchkula and other places in Haryana ahead of CBI Special Court's verdict on Friday, in the rape case against him. (Images: ANI)

In order to avoid any untoward incident, security has been tightened in Panchkula ahead of the verdict in CBI Special Court in the city. (Images: ANI)

"Our Guru can never do wrong, we support him. We will remain calm until the verdict comes," said a Ram Rahim Singh follower in Panchkula. (Images: ANI)

"We are with Guru Ji, we have full faith in God that judgement will be in our favor," said Ram Rahim Singh's another follower in Panchkula. (Images: ANI)

Borders of the city are sealed by the cops. (Images: ANI)

Both Haryana and Punjab are on high alert to deal with any law and order issue that may arise. Several companies of the paramilitary forces have reached the twin states, with tight security arrangements being put in place in their joint capital Chandigarh. (Images: ANI)

Schools and colleges will also be closed on Friday. (Images: ANI)

The Dera chief has denied these charges. (Images: ANI)

The sexual exploitation case was registered against the Dera chief in 2002 by the CBI on the directions of the Punjab and Haryana High Court after anonymous letters were circulated about the alleged sexual exploitation of two 'sadhvis' (female followers) by Gurmeet Ram Rahim. (Images: ANI)

"I respect law, will appear in court tomorrow despite back pain," said Ram Rahim Singh.