NHRC Steps In: Punjab CM's Wife Faces Probe Over ₹5 Crore 'Hush Money' Allegation
What Happened
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of allegations that Gurpreet Kaur Mann, wife of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, sought ₹5 crore to suppress a rape case. The allegations were reportedly made by former Punjab and Haryana High Court judge Justice Ranjit Singh.
Key Takeaways
At this stage, the NHRC has not reached any conclusion on the allegations. It has ordered an official inquiry and will decide on further action after examining the Punjab government's report.