The Gurdaspur MP accused the state leadership of sidelining grassroots workers and senior leaders, saying internal divisions are weakening the Congress ahead of key electoral battles.
Preliminary investigation suggests the accused were linked to foreign-based smugglers who allegedly supplied heroin and illegal firearms for distribution among criminal networks in Punjab and beyond.
The investigation began during Operation Hardball, a joint anti-gang crackdown by the FBI and Canadian authorities, which uncovered alleged links between a serving Punjab Police officer and overseas gang networks.
Delhi Police sources said the Cockroach Janta Party has not sought permission for its proposed July 20 Parliament march, while party leaders insisted the agitation over the NEET paper leak would continue despite Wangchuk's hospitalisation.
The new directions also require law colleges and Bar Associations to set up Digital Ethics Committees, while allowing advocates to continue sharing legal awareness content that is accurate, non-promotional and compliant with professional standards.
Police sources said only a handful of senior officers knew the full operational strategy, which involved plainclothes personnel, CRPF, RAF and traffic police. The move drew objections from Wangchuk's supporters, while police cited medical advice and High Court directions.
Abhijeet Dipke has launched an indefinite fast as Sonam Wangchuk remains under observation at Safdarjung Hospital following his removal from Jantar Mantar.
The Delhi High Court had directed daily medical monitoring of Sonam Wangchuk during his fast. Police said worsening health required hospitalisation, while supporters alleged force was used during the operation and claimed activists were detained.
The Delhi High Court had earlier ordered daily medical monitoring of Wangchuk's health during his fast, while several Opposition leaders visited the protest site a day before he was shifted to hospital.
The weather department has warned that gusty winds of up to 70 kmph, lightning and heavy rainfall could disrupt transport, damage power infrastructure and affect standing crops in several parts of the country.
