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Akali Dal seeks probe into attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Thursday demanded a probe into the attack on former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal, calling it a tragic incident. At a press conference, SAD…
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The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Thursday demanded a probe into the attack on former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal, calling it a tragic incident. At a press conference, SAD leaders Daljit Cheema and Balwinder Singh Bhunder said such an attack cannot be carried out by a Sikh, as anyone could change their identity.
Both leaders condemned the attack and said Guru Ji only provided protection. They did not specify who might be behind the assault, which took place at a religious site. The demand for an investigation comes as police continue their work on the case.
The Indian Opinion
The Akali Dal's insistence that no Sikh could have done this ignores the uncomfortable reality that identity can be weaponised by anyone, Sikh or not. Instead of jumping to defensive conclusions, the party should let forensic evidence, CCTV footage, and witness statements do the talking. The real test will be whether the police investigation names a credible suspect, not just a convenient one, and whether the party accepts that finding without communal spin. Who exactly carried out the attack, and why?
Source: indiatvnews.com
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