BJP Rajya Sabha MP Tarun Chugh has written to the National Human Rights Commission seeking an investigation into allegations that a young man was tortured in police custody after protesting against Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The case has raised accusations of state repression and violations of democratic rights.

  • Allegations of severe police brutality
  • MP demands NHRC intervention
  • Accusations of state repression in Punjab

Tarun Chugh wrote to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on September 4, 2026, claiming that a young man, Mohanjeet Singh, was subjected to torture by police while protesting against Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann during a public interaction in Sheron village, Sunam Assembly constituency.

According to the MP, Mohanjeet Singh was detained immediately after waving a black flag at the event. He later alleged that he was stripped, physically assaulted, and subjected to electric shocks while in custody.

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The MP further claimed that police personnel pulled hair from his beard, cut his thighs with blades, and rubbed salt into his wounds. He also said that Singh was shown to CM Mann via a video call while being tortured, and that police harassed his mother and sister.

These allegations, which have not been independently verified, prompted Chugh to describe the custodial torture as a grave abuse of power and an assault on democratic rights.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that if verified, such incidents could undermine Punjab’s democratic fabric and erode public trust in law enforcement, potentially destabilizing the region’s political landscape.

"This case raises serious questions about the balance between police authority and civil liberties across India."
Did You Know?: In 2021, the Indian government announced reforms to increase accountability for police misconduct, yet many regions still lack effective investigative mechanisms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Has the NHRC initiated an investigation into the case?

A1: No official confirmation has been released, but the NHRC has received the complaint and is reportedly reviewing the matter.

Q2: What is the Punjab government’s response?

A2: The government has yet to issue a formal statement or take accountability measures.