[Lawrence Bishnoi Interview Case] “Will Take Strict Action Against Delinquent Officers”: Punjab Govt Tells HC

The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed the state to provide a transcript of a press conference where the DGP claimed no interviews occurred in Punjab jails. The court is addressing the controversial interview of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, emphasizing accountability for senior police officers and not just lower-ranked personnel.

P&H HC Raises “Alarm” Over Lawrence Bishnoi’s ‘Disquieting’ Interview Conducted in Police Premises, Calls for Identifying ‘Black Sheep’

The Punjab and Haryana High Court expressed concern over the TV interview of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and its potential impact on crime rates. The Court directed the DGP to submit data on criminal cases registered after the interview. Furthermore, it emphasized the need for a thorough investigation, jail security enhancements, and progress updates.