Chandigarh, April 8 ; Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab President Aman Arora has strongly criticized BJP State President Sunil Jakhar. He has accused Jakhar of politicizing the Jalandhar grenade attack at former BJP Minister Manoranjan Kalia’s residence in Jalandhar. Addressing a press conference today, Arora condemned the baseless allegations Jakhar leveled against the Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government. He called these accusations against the Punjab Police irresponsible and politically motivated.

Arora Hails Swift Police Action, Slams Jakhar for Spreading Falsehoods

Arora detailed the swift action taken by the Punjab Police in investigating the case. Within 12 hours of the attack, the police identified and arrested two culprits. The initial investigation revealed that the attack was masterminded by Zeeshan Akhtar. “This exemplary action by the Punjab Police underlines their professionalism and commitment to ensuring Punjab’s safety and security,” said Arora. He accused Sunil Jakhar of trying to defame the Punjab government. He claimed Jakhar attempted to tarnish its law enforcement agencies. Jakhar falsely alleged a breakdown of law and order in the state. Arora remarked, “It is shameful. Jakhar should have appreciated the quick and efficient police action. Instead, he chose to indulge in baseless propaganda for petty political gains.”

Jalandhar Grenade Attack ; AAP Accuses BJP of Politicizing Punjab Issues, Aiding Lawrence Bishnoi’s Operations

The AAP leader further highlighted the BJP’s pattern of politicizing incidents to create unrest in Punjab. He questioned Jakhar’s intent behind such statements, accusing the BJP of repeatedly trying to undermine Punjab’s reputation. Arora stated, “The BJP must clarify whether they are with the people of Punjab or against them. Their constant defamation of the state reflects poorly on their commitment to Punjab’s welfare.” Arora also raised serious concerns over the BJP’s alleged links with Lawrence Bishnoi. Arora said that the BJP government has deliberately used Section 268(1) of the CrPC to ensure that Lawrence Bishnoi remains lodged in Gujarat’s Sabarmati Jail, where he continues to operate his criminal network with impunity. Despite being under the direct supervision of the BJP-led Central Government, Bishnoi has been allowed to freely issue threats. He orchestrates crimes. This raises serious questions about the BJP’s intent and accountability.

ISI-Backed Gangster Bhatti, and Bishnoi Nexus: Arora

Arora added, “Zeeshan Akhtar, whose name has surfaced in multiple cases, and this raises significant questions for both the media and the public about Zeeshan’s identity. Authorities have implicated Zeeshan Akhtar in the murder of Baba Siddique, and he is now a wanted figure. Furthermore, on March 16, assailants attacked the house of Jalandhar-based YouTuber Roger Sandhu, and Pakistan-based gangster Shehzad Bhatti openly claimed responsibility for the attack. Bhatti publicly thanked Zeeshan Akhtar for orchestrating the attack. Shehzad Bhatti, who operates under the influence of Pakistan’s ISI, has been actively working to disrupt Punjab’s peace and harmony. Recent revelations exposed documented evidence of a video conference between Shehzad Bhatti and Lawrence Bishnoi. These connections clearly reveal a nexus between Zeeshan Akhtar, Shehzad Bhatti, and Lawrence Bishnoi, whom the BJP is protecting. Aman Arora questioned BJP leaders, asking why they claim to care about Punjab’s safety while protecting a dangerous criminal like Bishnoi in Gujarat instead of enforcing strict legal action. He accused the BJP of shielding criminals for political gain and tarnishing Punjab’s image with baseless allegations.

Aman Arora Slams Past Govts for Law-and-Order Failures

Arora further highlighted the string of murders, high-profile crimes, and law-and-order failures during the Akali-BJP and Congress governments. He noted that pivotal cases, such as assassination of RSS leaders Ravinder Gosai and Jagdish Gagneja, assassination of Pastor Sultan Masih, attack on Ranjit Singh Dhadrian, murder of two Dera Sacha Sauda Followers Satpal and his son Ramesh, attack on RSS Volunteer Naresh Kumar, murder of Hindu Takht Head Amit Sharma in the broad daylight, murder of Mata Chand Kaur etc. “Both the Akali-BJP and Congress governments failed miserably to provide justice to the victims and their families. Their inability to act against criminals and conspirators reflects their negligence and lack of willpower,” Arora said. He stressed that under AAP’s leadership, the Bhagwant Mann government has taken decisive steps to restore law and order, unlike previous regimes that fostered an environment of insecurity and impunity. Refuting Jakhar’s claims, Arora stressed that the Mann government remains committed to maintaining law and order in Punjab. He highlighted recent achievements in controlling crime and ensuring public safety, reiterating the government’s zero-tolerance policy against those disrupting peace. Concluding his remarks, Arora urged BJP leaders like Jakhar to act responsibly and prioritize Punjab’s interests over their political agendas. “Sensitive issues like these require cooperation and support from all parties, not irresponsible allegations and attempts to score political points,” he stated.