NCW Takes Cognisance Of Punjab AAP Leader’s Objectionable Video Shared By BJP, Calls For Probe

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The video shared by BJP leaders shows Balkar Singh, who is also a minister in Punjab government flashing his private parts seemingly on a video call.

BJP has said Singh did this objectionable act to a 21-year-old woman while forcing her to undress on a video call, who contacted him regarding a job. Until now, Balkar Singh has not responded to the video.

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Taking note of the allegations, NCW has directed the Punjab Police to probe the charges and submit a report within three days.

"The National Commission for Women is gravely disturbed by a Twitter post alleging misconduct by Punjab MLA Mr. Balkar Singh. The reported acts, if substantiated, constitute serious violations under IPC sections 354 and 354B, directly affronting a woman's dignity," it said.

NCW has also urged Punjab Police chief to "investigate the matter swiftly and thoroughly, ensuring Singh's arrest if the allegations are confirmed." The Commission also sought a detailed action report and an FIR within three days.

BJP leader Tajinder Bagga, who first shared the video, alleged, "A 21-year-old sister comes to Aam Aadmi Party's Punjab Minister Balkar Singh and says that she is in great need of a job. Balkar asks her to make video calls, forces her to take off her clothes, and masturbates."

BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said, "Characterless AAP. AAP = Anti Aurat Party. After Lal Chand Kataruchak now Balkar Singh, AAP MLA whose video of masturbating with a 21-year girl is viral. Even Congress is attacking AAP but remains silent on Swati Maliwal. Will Kejriwal & Mann sack Balkar Singh? Will Kejriwal open his mouth on Swati Maliwal?”