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Punjab government restores AAP MLA Raman Arora's security cover
AAP MLA Raman Arora from Jalandhar Central has had his security cover restored by the Punjab government. The move follows his security withdrawal in 2025, his subsequent arrest and bail, and a meeting with the Chief Minister in April 2026 ahead of the restoration.
Why It Matters
The restoration indicates political maneuvering within Punjab's governing circles and raises questions about security arrangements for MLAs facing legal cases, potentially affecting party dynamics in the state.
Timeline
7 Events
Security cover restored for Raman Arora during a special session
May 1, 2026
On May 1, 2026, while Arora attended a special session, four Punjab Police security personnel were deployed for his security along with an escort gypsy, signaling a restoration of his security cover.
Arora summoned by Chief Minister to Chandigarh
April 25, 2026
Arora was summoned by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to Chandigarh on April 25, 2026, and was asked to resume political activities for the party.
Arora released on bail after four months in jail
September 22, 2025
Arora came out on bail on September 22, 2025, after spending about four months in jail; he was later booked by Jalandhar police in an alleged extortion case.
Bail granted by Punjab and Haryana High Court
September 3, 2025
The Punjab and Haryana High Court granted bail to Raman Arora in the corruption case on September 3, 2025.
Raman Arora arrested by state vigilance bureau
May 23, 2025
Arora was arrested by the state vigilance bureau in an alleged corruption case on May 23, 2025.
Security cover withdrawn for Raman Arora
May 12, 2025
Punjab government withdrew Raman Arora's security cover on May 12, 2025, ahead of his arrest in an alleged corruption case on May 23, 2025.
AAP appoints Nitin Kohli as in-charge of Jalandhar Central after arrest
May 2025
Following Arora's arrest, the Aam Aadmi Party appointed Jalandhar-based industrialist Nitin Kohli as in-charge of the Jalandhar Central constituency.