Court Hears Ex-Minister Majithia’s Plea to Change Jail Barrack

Mohali, Punjab : Former Punjab minister Bikram Singh Majithia has once again found himself at the center of a legal battle—this time, not over a political issue, but over the conditions of his imprisonment. On Wednesday, the Mohali court heard a petition filed by Majithia seeking a change in his current jail barrack. The former minister’s legal team argued that he should be granted facilities under the “Orange Category,” a classification typically reserved for prisoners with certain privileges due to their background or security concerns.

The plea comes amid growing scrutiny over prison conditions and how political leaders are treated behind bars. According to sources close to the case, Majithia’s counsel argued that the former minister is entitled to certain comforts under jail regulations, given his status and the nature of the charges against him. While the exact reasons for the barrack change request were not made public, insiders suggest it may be related to safety, health, or basic comfort concerns.

The state government, meanwhile, has taken the plea seriously and is preparing to file its response in the Mohali court. A representative from the government side confirmed that their legal team will address the matter during the next hearing, providing clarity on whether such a categorization is warranted in Majithia’s case.

Majithia, a prominent Shiromani Akali Dal leader, has been behind bars since 2022 in connection with a high-profile drug case that rocked Punjab politics. Despite repeated attempts, he has failed to secure regular bail. His incarceration has sparked political reactions across party lines, with some viewing the legal action against him as justified, while others allege it is politically motivated.

This latest development adds another layer of complexity to Majithia’s legal and political journey. If the court grants the barrack change and approves the Orange Category request, it could set a precedent for other high-profile inmates seeking similar treatment.

The next court date is awaited with interest, as it may signal how Punjab’s legal system balances prisoner rights with law enforcement priorities—especially when it involves influential figures like Bikram Singh Majithia. For now, all eyes remain on the Mohali courtroom, where the future of his jail conditions hangs in the balance.