What happened
Sukhbir Singh Badal appeared before the special investigation team in connection with the 2015 Punjab police firing case linked to the Bargari-era unrest. The appearance keeps the case in active investigative focus and shows that questioning of political figures remains part of the inquiry.
Background and earlier position
The case arises from allegations around police action during the unrest associated with Bargari. The continuing investigation indicates that responsibility for decisions taken during the earlier government period remains under scrutiny, along with the role of the investigative team and witness statements.
Why it matters for UPSC
The case is relevant for GS2 because it connects criminal investigation with accountability in governance. It is also relevant for GS3 because policing and law-and-order responses to unrest are a recurring internal security theme.
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