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AAP Alleges ‘₹1 Lakh Transferred From SGPC Secretary’s Account To Bahrain Woman’
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News18•29-09-2026, 18:52
AAP Alleges ‘₹1 Lakh Transferred From SGPC Secretary’s Account To Bahrain Woman’
- •AAP’s Baltej Pannu questioned an alleged ₹1 lakh transfer from an SGPC secretary's account to a Bahrain-based woman, intensifying attacks on the SGPC and Akali leaders.
- •Pannu demanded answers regarding the purpose and authorization of the alleged ₹1 lakh transfer, claiming it occurred on July 23, 2026, from a Punjab National Bank account.
- •The AAP leader criticized the SGPC's four-member inquiry committee, suggesting an independent investigation led by a retired judge or senior police officer.
- •Pannu sought a complete account of expenses for the woman's stay, including accommodation, food, and travel, questioning who authorized the use of SGPC resources.
- •The controversy follows an FIR against former SAD leader Amarjit Singh Chawla by the Bahrain-based woman, who alleged rape and wrongful confinement.
Key Questions Answered
Baltej Pannu claimed that on July 23, 2026, ₹1 lakh was transferred from a Punjab National Bank account in the name of the SGPC secretary to the bank account of a Bahrain-based woman.
The SGPC constituted a four-member inquiry committee to examine the matter and gave it 15 days to submit its report.
The controversy follows an FIR registered after the Bahrain-based woman made allegations of rape and wrongful confinement against former SAD leader and SGPC member Amarjit Singh Chawla.
