The North News
Chandigarh, April 2
The Punjab Police on Wednesday refuted reports claiming the complete withdrawal of security for Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia, clarifying that his security cover had only been scaled down based on a reassessment of threat perception. However Majithia while addressing the press conference said that his security was withdrawn following political vendetta and the Police have previously informed him that he is facing threat to life. Besides it, leaders of many opposition parties have supported Majithia and criticised the government for withdrawing the security.
An official spokesperson said that the adjustment was made following the latest recommendations of the Security Review Committee. “Security for any prominent individual is reviewed periodically based on threat assessment. Accordingly, it is either increased or decreased,” the spokesperson said, while adding that Bikram Majithia still retains sufficient security, including an escort vehicle and an adequate number of gunmen, ensuring his safety as per protocol. The officials reiterated that such decisions are routine and based solely on threat perception reports.
