Cm Bhagwant Mann targets Centre over ED raids at AAP MLA's house
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has termed the ED searches at Moga MLA Dr Amandeep Kaur Arora's premises as political vendetta. He alleged that the central government is using central agencies to suppress opposition voices.
During a press conference in Chandigarh, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann launched a strong attack on the central government. He alleged that the BJP government at the Centre is putting pressure through investigative agencies to silence those who oppose its policies.
Speaking about the Enforcement Directorate's action at party MLA from Moga Dr Amandeep Kaur Arora's premises, the Chief Minister said that no matter how many raids the agencies conduct, nothing wrong will be recovered from Aam Aadmi Party leaders as they are working honestly.
Bhagwant Singh Mann said that such intimidation or political tactics will never diminish his government's commitment towards the people of Punjab. He advised the Centre to focus on resolving common people's issues instead of indulging in political vendetta.
The previous day, ED teams searched several locations including MLA Dr Amandeep Kaur Arora's Moga residence, flats, and her maternal home in village Libra near Khanna. Notably, this investigation started just days after she was announced as the party's candidate again for the 2027 assembly elections.
Speaking on other political issues during the press conference, the Chief Minister also said that within a democracy, every leader has the full constitutional right to hold rallies and put forth their view.
Key developments
- Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann termed the ED action as political vendetta by the Centre
- Accused the BJP of using investigative agencies to silence opposition parties
- ED had searched various premises of MLA Dr Amandeep Kaur Arora the previous day
- Action was taken against the MLA days after being announced as candidate for 2027 elections
