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Punjab BJP Condemns Alleged Police Torture of Drug Activist

Punjab BJP Condemns Alleged Police Torture of Drug Activist
Punjab BJP condemns police action against activist who raised drug issue · thehansindia.com

Mohanjeet Singh spoke about the problem of drugs in Punjab to the Chief Minister.

The Punjab BJP says police later took him into custody and allegedly hurt him.

The party also says his religious Kakars were disrespected.

BJP leader Kewal Singh Dhillon spoke with Singh by video call.

Dhillon said Singh should not be punished for asking questions about drugs.

He asked senior police officials for a fair investigation.

The BJP promised to help Singh seek justice.

The article presents the BJP’s allegations and does not include a response from the Punjab government or police.

Key facts

Accused victim
GurSikh youth and activist Mohanjeet Singh.
BJP leader
Kewal Singh Dhillon, President of the Punjab BJP.
Allegations
Detention, beating, torture and disrespect toward Singh’s Kakars.
Political issue
Singh had raised concerns about drug abuse in Punjab before the Chief Minister.
Investigation demand
The BJP called for an impartial investigation and justice for Singh.
Police contacts
Dhillon said he spoke with the Senior Superintendent of Police of Sangrur and the Director General of Police.
Support offered
The BJP said it would provide every possible assistance to Singh.

Quotes

Kewal Singh Dhillon

Punjab BJP president who condemned the alleged police action and sought an impartial investigation

“stands firmly with Mohanjeet Singh in this difficult hour and that every possible effort would be made to ensure justice for him”
thehansindia.com

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