The National Commission for Women (NCW) on Monday took cognisance of an objectionable video of AAP leader Balkar Singh. The video said to be of Balkar Singh was shared by several BJP leaders on social media.
The video shared by BJP leaders shows Balkar Singh, who is also a minister in Punjab government flashing his private parts seemingly on a video call.
BJP has said Singh did this objectionable act to a 21-year-old woman while forcing her to undress on a video call, who contacted him regarding a job. Until now, Balkar Singh has not responded to the video.
Taking note of the allegations, NCW has directed the Punjab Police to probe the charges and submit a report within three days.
"The National Commission for Women is gravely disturbed by a Twitter post alleging misconduct by Punjab MLA Mr. Balkar Singh. The reported acts, if substantiated, constitute serious violations under IPC sections 354 and 354B, directly affronting a woman's dignity," it said.
NCW has also urged Punjab Police chief to "investigate the matter swiftly and thoroughly, ensuring Singh's arrest if the allegations are confirmed." The Commission also sought a detailed action report and an FIR within three days.
BJP leader Tajinder Bagga, who first shared the video, alleged, "A 21-year-old sister comes to Aam Aadmi Party's Punjab Minister Balkar Singh and says that she is in great need of a job. Balkar asks her to make video calls, forces her to take off her clothes, and masturbates."
BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said, "Characterless AAP. AAP = Anti Aurat Party. After Lal Chand Kataruchak now Balkar Singh, AAP MLA whose video of masturbating with a 21-year girl is viral. Even Congress is attacking AAP but remains silent on Swati Maliwal. Will Kejriwal & Mann sack Balkar Singh? Will Kejriwal open his mouth on Swati Maliwal?”
