MP Harsimrat Badal writes to Amit Shah, seeks CBI probe in Punjab official suicide case
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, March 23, 2026: Senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and Bathinda MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal on Monday urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to order a CBI probe into the death of Warehousing Corporation District Manager Gagandeep Singh Randhawa.
Reacting to Shah’s statement in Parliament that a probe could be ordered if Punjab MPs submit a formal request, Badal also appealed to MPs from the state to come together and seek an independent investigation.
She said only a CBI inquiry could ensure a fair and impartial probe and restore public confidence.
In her letter, Badal described Randhawa as a highly qualified officer and highlighted that he had recorded a video message before his death on March 21, detailing the pressure he was facing.
She termed the incident deeply disturbing and said it reflected a systemic failure, alleging that his repeated complaints to senior officials went unaddressed.
The SAD leader also referred to the FIR in the case, which names Punjab Transport Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar, his father, and an aide, alleging harassment and pressure linked to a tender. She claimed the officer faced intimidation and coercion, raising serious concerns about abuse of power.
Badal further expressed concern over the handling of the case, stating that delays and lack of clarity had eroded public trust and created a perception that those in power were being protected. She emphasized that the issue goes beyond an individual case and raises broader questions about the safety and dignity of government officers.