Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Ropar, Amarjit Singh Sandoa, has been summoned by the police in connection with a case registered under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956. The summons was issued by the Office of the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Ropar, on Tuesday evening.
Details of the Summons
According to an official communication, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) headed by the DSP has taken over the probe into an FIR registered on February 17, 2026. The FIR was filed under Sections 3, 4, and 5 of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act after an immoral trafficking racket was busted at a hotel in Anandpur Sahib.
The order directs the Station House Officer (SHO) of Police Station Sadar Ropar to inform Sandoa, a resident of village Sandoa in Ropar district, to appear before the DSP at the Ropar office on June 22 at 11 am. The SHO of Police Station Anandpur Sahib has also been instructed to present the complete case file before the investigating officer and the SIT on the same day.
Police Response
Police officials declined to comment on the nature of Sandoa's role in the investigation, stating that the matter is currently under probe by the SIT. Sources indicated that the summons was issued as part of the ongoing investigation and that statements of all relevant persons connected with the case are being recorded.
Sandoa's Denial and Allegations
When contacted, Sandoa strongly denied any involvement in the case. He alleged that the summons is part of a political conspiracy aimed at tarnishing his image. "This is nothing but political victimization. I have been consistently raising my voice against corruption and alleged irregularities committed by leaders of the ruling party in the Ropar Assembly constituency. My growing popularity in the area has made them nervous," Sandoa told The Tribune.
The former MLA claimed that efforts are being made to falsely implicate him in a fabricated case. "I have no connection whatsoever with this case. The government is misusing the police machinery to harass political opponents and silence those who question its functioning," he alleged.
Sandoa further stated that he would fully cooperate with the investigation and appear before the SIT as directed. "I have faith in the judicial system, and truth will prevail. The people of the area understand the motive behind these actions," he added.
Political Significance
The development assumes political significance as Sandoa has remained active in local politics despite parting ways with AAP. He has frequently targeted the state government over various issues concerning the Ropar Assembly constituency. The case has drawn attention to the ongoing political dynamics in Punjab, with Sandoa positioning himself as a vocal critic of the ruling party.
