Former Punjab Minister Bikram Majithia Arrested After Vigilance Raids
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested former minister Bikram Singh Majithia after conducting extensive raids at his home in Amritsar since morning.
Former Punjab minister and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia was arrested following extensive raids by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau at his Amritsar residence. The operation, which began early in the morning and lasted several hours, was part of an ongoing investigation into alleged drug smuggling activities. The arrest has intensified political tensions, with Majithia claiming it is a targeted move by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government.
Vigilance Bureau’s Crackdown
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau launched a coordinated operation targeting Majithia’s properties, focusing on his Amritsar home. A team of 30 personnel, led by senior officials, conducted thorough searches, probing financial transactions and potential links to drug trafficking networks. The raids are part of the Bhagwant Mann government’s broader anti-narcotics campaign, with sources indicating the investigation stems from a 2018 Special Task Force report implicating Majithia in drug-related activities between 2004 and 2014.
Allegations and Arrest
Majithia faces charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, accused of facilitating drug smuggling through the use of his properties and resources. The vigilance team’s operation culminated in his arrest after hours of interrogation and evidence collection. Majithia, a prominent SAD figure and brother-in-law of party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, has been under scrutiny since a 2021 drug case, though he maintains his innocence, labeling the charges as politically motivated.
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Political Fallout
The arrest has sparked a fierce backlash, with Majithia’s wife, Ganieve Kaur, alleging that the vigilance team forcibly entered their home without a clear warrant. SAD leaders have accused the AAP government of orchestrating a vendetta to silence opposition voices ahead of the 2027 elections. Meanwhile, AAP defends the raids as a necessary step in combating Punjab’s drug crisis.
A Test for Justice
Majithia’s arrest underscores the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in Punjab. As investigations continue, the case raises questions about accountability, political interference, and the state’s commitment to rooting out narcotics. The public awaits further developments, demanding a transparent and fair probe.
