Punjab spokesperson Baltej Pannu has sparked a political debate after making strong remarks on the ongoing viral video controversy in the state. He accused rival factions of attempting to use the issue for political advantage following their loss of power.
Baltej Pannu said that the matter is being selectively presented in public discourse, while key facts regarding the viral video remain unclear and unverified.
Baltej Pannu Questions Forensic Report Findings
Highlighting the forensic examination report, Baltej stated that it does not clearly identify the person shown in the viral video. He argued that the issue is being exaggerated without conclusive evidence.
According to Baltej Pannu, the controversy is being politically interpreted despite the absence of clear identification, raising doubts over how the narrative is being shaped.
ਵਾਇਰਲ ਵੀਡੀਓ ਬਾਰੇ ਜਲਦੀ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ ਦੁੱਧ ਦਾ ਦੁੱਧ ਤੇ ਪਾਣੀ ਦਾ ਪਾਣੀ !!
‘ਆਪ’ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਇੰਚਾਰਜ @BaltejPannu ਨੇ ਪ੍ਰੈੱਸ ਕਾਨਫਰੰਸ ਨੂੰ ਕੀਤਾ ਸੰਬੋਧਨ
ਕਿਹਾ, ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ ਤਖ਼ਤ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੇ ਜਥੇਦਾਰ ਗਿਆਨੀ ਕੁਲਦੀਪ ਸਿੰਘ ਗੜਗੱਜ ਵਾਇਰਲ ਵੀਡੀਓ ਬਾਰੇ ਰਿਪੋਰਟ ਪੇਸ਼ ਕਰਕੇ ਉਸ ਨੂੰ ਸੱਚ ਦੱਸ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ। ਜੇ ਉਸ ਨੂੰ ਮੰਨ ਵੀ ਲਿਆ… pic.twitter.com/j5r997HXkg
— AAP Punjab (@AAPPunjab) June 15, 2026
Links Issue to Past Events
Baltej also referred to earlier incidents, including the 2015 sacrilege case and related events, alleging that attempts were made to suppress investigations in the past.
He claimed that the current controversy is being revived for political reasons and is being projected as part of a larger strategy.
Highlights Role of Religious Authorities
During his remarks, Baltej mentioned the involvement of religious authorities, including observations made by Sri Akal Takht Sahib’s Jathedar, stating that their reports are being selectively interpreted.
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He said that the ongoing debate surrounding the viral video should be seen in a broader context rather than a politically driven narrative.
Controversy Continues
The statements by Baltej have intensified political discussions in Punjab, with different groups offering contrasting interpretations of the issue.
As the matter develops, Baltej remains at the centre of the debate, with further clarifications expected in the coming days.