NHRC issues notice on allegations against Punjab CM’s wife for asking for money to suppress a rape case
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to Punjab officials following allegations that the wife of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann demanded money to suppress a rape case. The commission has ordered an inquiry and an Action Taken Report within two weeks.
Why it matters
The involvement of high-level political figures in allegations of corruption and obstruction of justice is a matter of significant public interest and constitutional concern.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of allegations that the wife of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann sought ₹5 crore to suppress a rape case. The complaint states that these allegations were made by former Punjab judge Justice Ranjit Singh.
The NHRC Bench headed by Priyank Kanoongo has directed the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police, Punjab, to inquire into the matter and submit an Action Taken Report (ATR) within two weeks.
The Commission has also forwarded the matter to the Women Safety Division, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
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