Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak has landed in legal trouble in Punjab after police registered two FIRs against him in separate districts on Saturday. The cases reportedly involve non-bailable offences, and sources within the administration suggest that the MP could face arrest in the coming days if the investigation moves forward quickly.
Officials confirmed that the complaints were filed in two different districts of the state. While the exact details of the charges have not been publicly disclosed yet, authorities say the allegations are serious enough to warrant immediate legal attention. Police teams are currently examining the complaints and collecting relevant evidence before taking the next step.
The development has stirred political debate because it comes just days after Pathak made a dramatic political move by joining the Bharatiya Janata Party. His decision to switch sides from the Aam Aadmi Party triggered a wave of reactions in political circles across Punjab and beyond.
According to reports, Pathak was not the only one to change political allegiance. Several Rajya Sabha MPs moved with him, including Raghav Chadha. Their decision to merge their group with the BJP has significantly intensified the political rivalry between the ruling AAP government in Punjab and the BJP leadership.
The timing of the FIRs has drawn attention from political observers, who believe the situation could escalate into a larger political controversy. Some leaders have questioned the circumstances surrounding the cases, while others say the law must take its course regardless of political affiliations.
Amid the unfolding political developments, the government led by Bhagwant Mann recently faced a test of strength in the state assembly. In response to the political upheaval caused by the defections, the Punjab government presented a confidence motion in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha.
The motion was successfully passed, with the ruling party demonstrating that it still commands the majority in the assembly. After the vote, Mann asserted that the party remains united and stable despite the recent political shifts.
Meanwhile, the FIRs against Pathak continue to dominate discussions in the state’s political landscape. Legal experts note that cases involving non-bailable sections can lead to swift action if the investigating agencies find sufficient evidence.
For now, authorities have not announced any immediate arrest, but official sources indicate that the possibility remains open as the investigation progresses. The coming days are likely to be crucial, as police review the complaints and decide on further legal steps.
The situation has once again highlighted the intense political competition currently unfolding in Punjab. With party loyalties shifting and legal cases entering the spotlight, the controversy surrounding Sandeep Pathak is expected to remain a major talking point in state politics for the foreseeable future.