CHANDIGARH, July 21: In a significant legal setback, dismissed Punjab Police constable Amandeep Kaur has been denied bail by the Punjab and Haryana High Court in a case related to disproportionate assets.
The court dismissed her plea while observing the gravity of the charges filed against her by the state vigilance bureau.
Kaur, a former constable stationed in Bathinda, was arrested earlier this year from a village in the district in connection with allegations of amassing assets well beyond her known sources of income. Investigating authorities have already frozen properties worth approximately 1.35 crore linked to her.
The High Court’s refusal to grant bail now leaves the former constable with the option of approaching the Supreme Court for relief.
From Drug Arrest to Asset Investigation
Amandeep Kaur first came under the spotlight on April 2, 2025, when she was allegedly caught with 17.71 grams of heroin while travelling in a black Mahindra Thar SUV in Bathinda. The arrest was swift, and by the end of the day, she was suspended and later dismissed from service.
The incident soon escalated into a high-profile case, drawing attention not only due to the narcotics angle but also because of the accused’s alleged political and departmental connections.
Claims of Conspiracy Fall Flat
During the bail hearing, Kaur’s legal counsel argued that she was being falsely implicated in the asset case as part of a larger conspiracy. However, government prosecutors countered the claim by presenting a copy of the FIR and highlighting the procedural integrity of the investigation.
While the court’s detailed order is yet to be released, the rejection of bail indicates the court was not convinced by the defense arguments.
Legal Options Narrowing
With the High Court refusing bail, Amandeep Kaur now faces limited legal recourse. Her legal team is reportedly preparing to approach the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, the vigilance bureau is expected to file a supplementary chargesheet detailing the extent of illicit wealth allegedly amassed during her tenure as a constable.
A senior official from the vigilance bureau, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the asset case had been developed following forensic financial tracking and examination of land records, bank transactions, and third-party holdings.
The denial of bail to Amandeep Kaur marks a decisive moment in a case that has quickly turned from a routine drug arrest to a full-blown investigation into alleged systemic corruption and abuse of office. While Kaur continues to maintain that she is being framed, the legal tide appears to be turning against her. Whether she manages to secure relief from the apex court remains to be seen.
(UNI)
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