The CBI has indicated its readiness to investigate allegations of a ₹5-crore bribery network allegedly run by the Punjab Chief Minister's office to settle rape cases.
The BJP and SAD have staged widespread protests, demanding an FIR against the Chief Minister and his wife, citing the severity of the corruption claims.
The political standoff intensified on September 5 as opposition leaders were detained during demonstrations, putting significant pressure on the AAP government in Punjab.