AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra Arrested in Old Section 376 Case, Escapes Police Custody. The MLA's arrest triggered political turmoil and sparked widespread discussions.
Punjab Politics: The political atmosphere in Punjab is heating up. On Tuesday morning, the Punjab Police arrested Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra. However, shortly after, information emerged that the MLA had escaped from police custody. This arrest was made in connection with an old rape case under Section 376. Police had taken Harmeet into custody from Dabri village in Haryana's Karnal district, but his detention did not last long.
Who is Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra?
Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra is an MLA from Sanour in Punjab's Patiala district. He is 46 years old. He won the 2022 assembly elections by a significant margin, defeating Akali Dal candidate Harendra Pal Singh Chandumajra by approximately 50,000 votes. His political journey began with the Akali Dal in 1994, and he joined the Aam Aadmi Party in 2020.
Recently, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra was seen making statements against his own party and government. He had directly accused the Chief Officer of the Irrigation Department, Krishan Kumar, regarding the recent floods in Punjab. His statement sparked discussions in both the media and among the opposition.
Case Under Section 376
The police arrested the MLA under Section 376. This case is reported to be old, and it was deemed necessary to take the MLA into custody during the investigation. However, the MLA escaped at the time of his arrest, raising questions about the image of the Punjab Police.
Investigation Process After Escape
Following Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra's escape, the Punjab Police have intensified their search for him. The police have increased vigilance in all border areas of the district. Furthermore, information is being gathered about individuals who have been in contact with Harmeet and his possible locations.
