Jalandhar(10/08/2025): Sukhpal Singh Khaira, MLA from Bholath and a senior leader of the Punjab Congress, issue a detailed press release and said rebut the propaganda being orchestrated against me concerning the arrest of my former Personal Security Officer (PSO), Joga Singh, in an alleged NDPS case. This misinformation campaign, primarily fueled by certain AAP leaders, is a deliberate attempt to tarnish my reputation and mislead the public. khaira further said I stand firm in my commitment to truth and justice, and the recent judicial interventions by the Supreme Court of India provide irrefutable evidence of my stance.
Factual Clarification on the NDPS Case: khaira inform us The Supreme Court of India, in its order dated 10-04-2024, has stayed all proceedings related to the NDPS case involving me until the next hearing in the Supreme Court.The court, presided over by Justices Bela M. Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal, directed the State of Punjab not to proceed further with the trial before the Trial Court. This stay order dismantles any narrative suggesting ongoing culpability or urgency in the case.
Rebuttal of False Allegations: khaira said Certain AAP leaders have propagated the falsehood that Joga Singh has been absconding for the past 10 years, implying a long-standing evasion linked to criminal activity. This claim is factually incorrect and maliciously timed.
Official records and the FIR in question, registered on 28-09-2024, clearly indicate that Joga Singh was named in the NDPS case only recently, contradicting the 10 year absconding narrative. Reports suggesting his arrest relates to a 2015 drug trafficking case appear to be a misrepresentation, as the current judicial focus is on the 2024 FIR, which is under scrutiny and stayed by the Supreme Court.
Judicial History and Context: khaira further mentioned The legal battle surrounding this case has a complex history in which Punjab and Haryana High Court granted me bail on January 4, 2024, with Justice Anoop Chitkara recording a prima facie satisfaction that I was not guilty of the allegations. The Supreme Court, on January 18, 2024, upheld this bail decision, rejecting an appeal by the Punjab government and AAP, further reinforcing the lack of substantive evidence against me. My arrest in September 2023, which I have consistently termed as politically motivated, was followed by a fresh case under Sections 195A and 506 of the IPC, yet the Supreme Court’s stay on proceedings indicates a need for thorough investigation rather than hasty conclusions.
Political Vendetta and Public Misinformation: khaira told This smear campaign appears to be a continuation of political vendetta by the ruling AAP government in Punjab, which has a history of targeting opposition leaders. The timing of Joga Singh’s arrest at Delhi Airport, as reported on August 9, 2025, and the subsequent amplification of false narratives, suggest a coordinated effort to deflect attention from governance issues.
Call to the Public and Media: khaira urge the people of Punjab and the media to rely on verified facts and judicial orders rather than sensationalized propaganda. The Supreme Court’s intervention is a testament to the integrity of the legal system, which continues to protect me from baseless accusations.khaira said I remain steadfast in my fight against drug trafficking and corruption, and I am confident that the truth will prevail through the ongoing judicial process.
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