Political row erupts over ‘do not wear uniform’ advisory in Punjab; Police dismisses viral audio as fake, Opposition targets Mann government

Political row erupts over ‘do not wear uniform’ advisory in Punjab; Police dismisses viral audio as fake, Opposition targets Mann government

Opposition attacks on the Mann government in Punjab have intensified once again. Following the killing of ASI Harjit Singh in Amritsar, an advisory regarding the safety of police personnel went viral on social media. Although the Punjab Police dismissed the advisory as fake, it has sparked a political controversy. The Congress questions how uniformed police personnel can ensure the safety of others if they are not safe themselves. Meanwhile, the Mann government alleges that the Congress, BJP, and Shiromani Akali Dal are attempting to tarnish the reputation of the Punjab Police and the state government.