Sidhu Moosewala's father accuses Punjab govt. of harassment over newborn's legitimacy
Punjab government of harassment after the birth of their second son. Balkaur Singh and his wife Charan Kaur welcomed a baby boy on March 17, almost two years after Sidhu Moosewala was tragically murdered.
Balkaur Singh's Allegations
In a video message posted on social media platforms, Balkaur Singh expressed his distress, stating, «Due to the blessings of Waheguru, we got our Shubhdeep back. But the government is harassing me since morning, asking me to furnish documents of the baby. They are questioning me to prove that this child is legal.»
He further appealed to the government, particularly Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, to allow him time to complete his wife's treatment before demanding documents. He assured his cooperation, saying, «I belong here and will come to any place you call me (for questioning). I will provide all the legal documents.»
Political Response and Legal Context
The allegations sparked criticism from opposition leaders in Punjab, with Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring urging the government to stop harassing the Moosewala family. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has also expressed shock over the allegations, calling for an end to the harassment.
The family had opted for in vitro fertilization (IVF) for pregnancy, a technique that has legal guidelines under the Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Act. Despite following all legal procedures, Balkaur Singh felt harassed by the government's demands.
Legacy of Sidhu Moosewala
Sidhu Moosewala, who was a popular
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