Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar Alleges Threats to DM’s Family, Seeks CBI Probe

March 28, 2026

Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has made serious allegations regarding the safety of the family of deceased District Magistrate Gagandeep Singh Randhawa. In a strongly worded statement, Jakhar claimed that suspicious individuals were seen outside the family’s residence and that electricity wires at the house were allegedly cut.

He raised concerns over what he described as attempts to intimidate the family, questioning the law-and-order situation in Punjab.

ਡੀ ਐਮ ਗਗਨਦੀਪ ਰੰਧਾਵਾ ਦੇ ਘਰ ਦੀਆਂ ਬਿਜਲੀ ਦੀਆਂ ਤਾਰਾਂ ਕੱਟੀਆਂ ਗਈਆਂ ਤੇ ਘਰ ਦੇ ਬਾਹਰ ਸ਼ੱਕੀ ਲੋਕ ਵੇਖੇ ਗਏ ਹਨ।
ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਭਗਵੰਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਮਾਨ ਜੀ ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਦੇ ਰਾਜ ਵਿੱਚ ਇਹ ਕੁਝ ਹੋ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ। ਕੀ ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਇਸ ਪੱਧਰ ਤੱਕ ਹੇਠਾਂ ਡਿੱਗੇਗੀ। ਕੀ ਥੋੜੀ ਬਹੁਤ ਵੀ ਨੈਤਿਕਤਾ ਬਚੀ ਹੈ। ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਨੇ ਡੀਐਮ ਗਗਨਦੀਪ…

— Sunil Jakhar (@sunilkjakhar) March 28, 2026

Allegations of Harassment and Pressure

Jakhar further alleged that the officer had faced severe mental harassment before his death, claiming that pressure from individuals in power pushed him into distress. He stated that the situation had escalated to a point where the officer was allegedly driven to take an extreme step.

The BJP leader accused the current administration of failing to protect the family even after the incident, adding that the family continues to face threats while seeking justice.

Questions Raised on State Government

Targeting the Punjab government led by Bhagwant Mann, Jakhar questioned whether the administration has upheld ethical governance. He alleged that despite repeated concerns, the government has neither provided adequate security to the family nor ordered a central investigation.

He also suggested that the lack of action raises doubts about transparency and accountability in handling the case.

Demand for CBI Investigation

The BJP has strongly demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation, stating that only an independent investigation can ensure justice.

Jakhar claimed that public sentiment across Punjab is increasingly in favour of a CBI inquiry, with many people expressing concern over the fairness of the current investigation.

Political Tensions Escalate

The issue has intensified political tensions in Punjab, with the BJP targeting the ruling government over governance and law and order. The case has become a flashpoint, drawing attention from multiple political parties and civil society groups.

While the state government has not issued a detailed response to these latest allegations, the matter is expected to trigger further political debate in the coming days.

Call for Protection and Transparency

Jakhar emphasised the need for immediate protection for the family and urged authorities to ensure their safety. He reiterated that justice can only be achieved through a transparent and unbiased investigation.

The incident has raised broader concerns about the safety of officials and their families, as well as the mechanisms in place to address such sensitive cases.

The allegations made by Sunil Jakhar have added a new dimension to the controversy surrounding the death of Gagandeep Singh Randhawa. With demands for a CBI probe gaining momentum, the case is likely to remain at the centre of Punjab’s political discourse in the coming days.