Majithia Appears in Court, Files Discharge Plea in 2021 Protest Case in Chandigarh

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikramjit Singh Majithia appeared in a Chandigarh court regarding a 2021 protest case involving him and 23 other SAD leaders. The FIR alleges they obstructed public servants and attacked police during a protest near the Punjab Chief Minister's residence. Majithia has filed a discharge plea denying the charges, describing the protest as peaceful and claiming lack of evidence. Two co-accused had their names removed from the FIR by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The case's next hearing is scheduled for March 5.