Fear of arrest increased after 2 FIRs against Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak, who switched from AAP to BJP, in Punjab. The suspense deepened due to the news of his sudden exit from the government residence in Delhi, phone being switched off and going to an unknown place. Political turmoil intensifies amid AAP-BJP defection controversy and anti-defection law.
New Delhi/Chandigarh: The stir in Rajya Sabha politics intensified when the fear of arrest of MP Sandeep Pathak, who had joined BJP after separating from AAP, started coming to the fore. According to reports, this matter suddenly seems to be taking a serious turn after two FIRs were registered against him in Punjab.
Sandeep Pathak suddenly disappeared from government residence
According to sources, on Saturday Sandeep Pathak suddenly left his government residence in New Delhi. It is being told that as soon as the legal action regarding the cases registered against him in Punjab intensified, security arrangements were also increased at his residence. In a viral video, he is seen coming out of the back door of his residence, getting into a car and speeding off. During this period, heavy security was deployed in the area.
Phone switched off, location unknown – suspense in political circles
According to reports, Sandeep Pathak’s mobile phone is switched off and his current location is not clear. There is a strong discussion in political circles that he has gone to some “unknown place”. Sources also say that BJP’s legal team is keeping an eye on this entire matter and a possible legal strategy is being prepared.
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Case of FIR and non-bailable sections in Punjab
According to IANS report, the two FIRs registered against him in Punjab include sections of non-bailable offences. For this reason, speculations have intensified regarding the possibility of his arrest. Although no official statement has come from the police or related agencies yet, the direction of the investigation is considered to be fast.
Political journey from AAP to BJP and major defection
Sandeep Pathak was among the seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs who recently left the party and joined the BJP. This step was considered very big politically as it changed the equations in the Upper House. Most of these MPs represented Punjab. However, under the Tenth Schedule of the anti-defection law, their membership is not considered to be in immediate danger as the number had reached close to two-thirds.
What next? Keep an eye on political and legal developments
Now the whole matter has become very sensitive at both legal and political levels. If arrest is made, this case can have a big impact not only in Punjab but also in national politics. At present, all eyes are on whether Sandeep Pathak comes forward or this matter deepens further.