Punjab's 'Gangsters in Uniform': BJP's Alarming Allegations

Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar accused the Punjab Police of colluding with the AAP government, labeling them 'gangsters in uniform' involved in undemocratic activities. He highlighted the state's worsening law and order situation, citing repeated extortion threats and violent incidents, while calling for a thorough investigation into police collusion claims.

In a blistering critique of the Punjab Police, the state's BJP chief Sunil Jakhar on Sunday described the force as 'gangsters in uniform', accusing them of colluding with the AAP government. Jakhar claimed certain officers were engaged in undemocratic tasks, including extortion activities favoring the state leadership.

The BJP leader lambasted the Bhagwant Mann administration for the state's deteriorating law and order situation, citing extortion threats and escalating violence as indicators of the crisis. Jakhar referenced AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal's ultimatum to gangsters, alleging a lack of enforcement has emboldened criminal activities across Punjab.

Highlighting various incidents, such as the murder of an RSS leader's son and increased violent attacks, Jakhar juxtaposed Punjab's numerous police top brass with Haryana's singular DGP, questioning the effectiveness of Punjab's law enforcement. He called for a united political and media front to address these issues, urging an impartial investigation into claims of AAP-police collusion.

(With inputs from agencies.)