The Supreme Court has refused interim bail to AAP Punjab MLA Jaswant Singh Gajjan Majra
The Supreme Court has refused interim bail to AAP Punjab MLA Jaswant Singh Gajjan Majra, preventing him from campaigning for the upcoming elections. Singh, who represents the Amargarh constituency, sought temporary release to engage in the electoral process. However, the court denied his request, citing the seriousness of the charges against him in an ongoing bank fraud and money laundering investigation.
Jaswant Singh was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an alleged bank fraud involving approximately Rs 41 crore. The investigation revealed that Singh, along with others, had misappropriated loans and concealed non-moving stock, causing significant financial losses to the bank. This arrest is part of a larger probe into financial irregularities that have drawn considerable political and public attention in Punjab.
The Supreme Court's decision underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity of the judicial process over political activities, especially in cases involving serious allegations of financial misconduct. This ruling serves as a reminder that legal accountability takes precedence over electioneering, even for elected representatives
