The Aam Aadmi Party, which came to power in Punjab promising justice, transparency, and strict law enforcement, is now facing intense scrutiny over its handling of sacrilege cases from 2015. While it talks of introducing a new sacrilege law, critics argue that urgent action under existing laws has been ignored for years. Why is the government prioritizing future legislation over immediate justice? Is political optics more important than victims’ rights? How can citizens trust a government that fails to enforce the law now?
Advocate H. S. Phoolka has publicly accused the government of “naked duplicity and dishonesty” in shielding the accused, including the rapist sadh and his supporters. Why has there been no visible action against these individuals? Is the government deliberately protecting politically connected culprits? How does the AAP justify its silence and inaction in the face of clear evidence? Are victims being sidelined for political expediency?
When the Punjab and Haryana High Court directed that these cases be moved out of Punjab, the government could have appealed in the Supreme Court—but it did not. Why was this critical step ignored? Was it negligence or a deliberate choice? Will the government file a regular appeal immediately? What is its legal strategy before the upcoming Monday hearing? How does it plan to prevent further delays?
The government’s inaction raises serious questions about priorities and integrity. Why has there been no swift action against the accused sadh and his followers? Are political calculations overriding the rule of law? Can the government guarantee that officers handling these cases are free from interference or intimidation? Are internal reports justifying inaction being withheld from the public? How can citizens trust investigations that appear stalled by design?
Victims and witnesses are particularly vulnerable in these cases. What steps has the government taken to protect them from coercion or intimidation? Are victims being pressured to withdraw complaints? How will the government ensure their safety during hearings and trials? Has a comprehensive review of all pending sacrilege cases been conducted to prevent repeated lapses? Will the findings of such reviews be made public?
Advocate Phoolka’s accusations demand an immediate response. Does the AAP-led government acknowledge its failures? What is the timeline for introducing the new sacrilege law, and will it address existing gaps or serve as a political distraction? How will accountability within the government be ensured to prevent shielding the accused? Can citizens be assured that political pressure will not influence ongoing prosecutions?
The people of Punjab deserve clarity and action. How does the government plan to restore faith in law enforcement? Will it provide transparent reporting on the progress of each sacrilege case? Can it guarantee justice will not be indefinitely postponed for political convenience? The Aam Aadmi Party now faces a clear choice: act decisively to uphold the law or continue down a path of duplicity that erodes public trust and credibility.