Jalandhar Sarpanch Booked on Rape Allegation: Woman Claims Drugged Drink, Video and Repeated Abuse

Jalandhar, August 25, 2026: A case has been registered against a village sarpanch in Jalandhar following a woman’s allegation that she was allegedly given a drug-laced cold drink, sexually assaulted and subsequently threatened with a video of the alleged incident.

The case has been registered at Maqsudan Police Station after police obtained a legal opinion on the complaint. The allegations relate to an incident the woman says took place in June 2024. The accused has denied the allegations and described the complaint as false.

Woman Alleges She Was Given a Drugged Drink

According to the complaint, the woman alleged that the sarpanch, identified as Kamaljit Singh of Kahnpur village, offered her a cold drink allegedly containing an intoxicating substance.

She claims that after consuming the drink, she became unconscious and was sexually assaulted.

The woman further alleged that the incident was recorded on video and that the video was subsequently used to threaten and blackmail her.

Allegation of Repeated Sexual Abuse

The woman has alleged that the accused later used the video to pressure her into having sexual relations with him on multiple occasions.

She reportedly told police that she initially remained silent because of concerns about social stigma and the possible impact on her family.

According to the complaint, she later informed her husband about the alleged incidents.

Police Register FIR After Legal Opinion

Police investigated the allegations and recorded statements from the accused as well as people supporting his version.

Following a legal opinion from the District Attorney (Legal), Jalandhar, police proceeded with registration of the FIR. The case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) relating to rape.

The investigation has now been handed over to an investigating officer, who will examine the allegations and available evidence.

Sarpanch Denies All Allegations

Kamaljit Singh has denied the allegations, describing them as baseless.

According to his version reported in connection with the case, he claimed that the woman had never visited him and questioned the circumstances described in her complaint. He has also disputed the allegation concerning the location where the woman says the incident occurred.

His statement and the statements of people supporting his defence have been recorded as part of the investigation.

Police to Examine Evidence

With the FIR now registered, investigators are expected to examine all available evidence and establish the sequence of events.

The investigation may include examination of statements, digital evidence and other material relevant to the allegations.

Since the matter is under investigation, the allegations against the accused have not been established in court.

Incident Reportedly Dates Back to 2024

One notable aspect of the case is the time gap between the alleged incident and the registration of the FIR.

The woman has reportedly stated that the alleged incident occurred in June 2024. Police sought legal advice before registering the case, following which the FIR was lodged.

The delay and circumstances surrounding the complaint are also expected to form part of the investigation.

What Happens Next?

The police investigation will determine whether the allegations are supported by evidence and what further legal action is warranted.

The accused's denial will also form part of the investigation, and authorities will be required to examine the versions of both sides before reaching any conclusion.

Key Points
A Jalandhar village sarpanch has been booked following a rape allegation.
The complainant alleges she was given a drugged cold drink.
She alleges that she was sexually assaulted while unconscious.
She further alleges that a video was recorded and later used for blackmail.
The woman has alleged repeated sexual abuse.
The alleged incident dates back to June 2024.
Police registered the FIR after obtaining legal advice.
The accused denies the allegations and calls the complaint baseless.
The investigation is underway.
Conclusion

The Jalandhar case has raised serious allegations against a village sarpanch, but the claims remain allegations at this stage. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating the evidence and statements from both sides.

The outcome of the investigation and any subsequent court proceedings will establish the facts of the case.