Was AAP Legislator Manjinder Lalpura Convicted in a 2013 Molestation Case?
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Synopsis
In a significant ruling, AAP legislator Manjinder Singh Lalpura and ten others have been convicted for their involvement in a 2013 molestation case. The case, which drew national attention, is set for sentencing soon. Stay tuned for updates.
Key Takeaways
- Manjinder Singh Lalpura convicted alongside 10 others.
- Charges include molestation and assault.
- Sentencing is set for September 12.
- Supreme Court intervened for victim protection.
- Incident sparked significant public outrage.
Chandigarh, Sep 10 (NationPress) A court in Punjab has found Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator from Khadoor Sahib, Manjinder Singh Lalpura, along with 10 others guilty of molestation and assault against a woman in 2013.
The Additional Sessions Judge Prem Kumar will announce the sentencing on September 12. Following the conviction, both the MLA and the co-accused were taken into custody and are currently held in a sub-jail located in Patti town, Tarn Taran district.
In the 2022 Assembly elections, Lalpura contested from the Khadoor Sahib seat, winning by a significant margin of 16,491 votes against Congress' Ramanjit Singh Sikki.
At the time of the incident in 2013, Lalpura was working as a taxi driver. The alleged incident occurred at a wedding venue in Tarn Taran, where the woman reportedly faced assault from the police and other accused, including Lalpura.
During the police action, she was allegedly molested.
The complainant, a member of the Scheduled Castes (SC), was attacked by the accused, who included police officers, on March 3, 2013, while attending a family wedding.
This incident sparked widespread outrage, prompting the Supreme Court to take suo motu cognizance, ordering protection for the victim, her cousin Jagjit Singh (an eyewitness), and their family.
On March 19, 2013, the Punjab and Haryana High Court mandated the transfer of seven officers involved and ordered security measures for the victim and her family while criticizing police conduct.
The accused faced various charges under the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including Section 506 (criminal intimidation), Section 354 (assault with intent to outrage modesty), Section 188 (disobedience to order), Section 324 (voluntarily causing hurt), Section 270 (malignant act), Section 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), Section 148 (rioting with deadly weapon), and Section 283.
The other accused identified include Devinder Kumar, Saraj Singh, Ashwani Kumar, Tarsem Singh, Harjinder Singh, Narinderjit Singh, Gurdeep Raj (the policemen), Harwinder Singh Shoshi, Kanwaldep Singh, and Gagandeep Singh (a driver). Notably, another policeman, Paramjit Singh, passed away during the legal proceedings.
Point of View
Drawing attention to the issues of police conduct and the need for accountability. As editors, we emphasize the importance of upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice prevails.
NationPress
02/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nature of the charges against Lalpura?
Manjinder Singh Lalpura has been convicted of molestation and assault, along with 10 other individuals, under various sections of the Indian Penal Code.
When will the sentencing take place?
The sentencing for the convicted individuals is scheduled for September 12.
What prompted the Supreme Court's involvement in this case?
The Supreme Court intervened following widespread public outrage and took suo motu cognizance to ensure protection for the victim and her family.
What were the circumstances of the 2013 incident?
The incident occurred at a wedding venue where the complainant was allegedly assaulted by the accused, including police officers.
What actions were taken by the Punjab and Haryana High Court?
The High Court ordered the transfer of seven policemen involved and mandated security measures for the victim and her family.
