In a significant development, Gurinder Singh Dhillon, the spiritual head of Radha Soami Satsang Beas, visited Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia at Nabha jail on Monday, vehemently denouncing all charges against him as "false" and "baseless." This meeting occurred just hours before the Supreme Court granted Majithia bail in a high-profile disproportionate assets case that has gripped Punjab's political landscape.
Jail Meeting Amid Legal Battles
Dhillon's visit marks his second jail meeting with Majithia in slightly over four months, following an earlier encounter on September 24, 2025. Speaking to reporters outside the Patiala jail, Dhillon asserted, "All charges against him are false," and noted that Majithia remained in high spirits despite the circumstances. The Dera Beas chief, who is a close relative of Majithia's wife, Ganieve Majithia, openly acknowledged their family ties, stating, "He is my friend and I will meet him."
Private Discussions and Political Implications
When questioned about the nature of their discussion, Dhillon emphasized the privacy of such interactions, remarking, "Whatever friends and relatives talk among themselves... will you not meet your relative?" He clarified that such conversations could not be made public. Regarding allegations that Majithia might have been framed by Punjab's Aam Aadmi Party Government, Dhillon declined to comment directly on political matters, deeming it inappropriate, but reiterated his stance that the charges were unfounded.
Background of the Case
Bikram Singh Majithia was arrested by the Vigilance Bureau on June 25, 2025, from his residence in Amritsar in connection with a disproportionate assets case allegedly linked to the laundering of nearly Rs 540 crore of drug money. The bureau filed a comprehensive 40,000-page chargesheet in a Mohali court on August 22, 2025, detailing the allegations. This case has drawn widespread attention due to its scale and political ramifications, with SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal also visiting Majithia in jail last week, highlighting the ongoing support from party associates.
Supreme Court Intervention and Broader Context
The timing of Dhillon's visit, shortly before the Supreme Court's bail decision, underscores the intense legal and personal dimensions of this case. As a prominent spiritual figure, Dhillon's public defense of Majithia adds a layer of moral and familial solidarity to the proceedings, potentially influencing public perception. The meeting reflects the intertwining of personal relationships, political dynamics, and judicial processes in Punjab, where such high-stakes cases often resonate deeply with local communities.
