Searches and seizures conducted by the SIT involving 22 individuals, and by the Vigilance Bureau at three locations, have led to the recovery of over 30 mobile phones, five laptops, three iPads, two desktops, several diaries, property documents and papers linked to Saraya Industries.Majithia was arrested in accordance with the law and due process, the vigilance spokesperson said.The vigilance team, led by Assistant Inspector General of Police Swarandeep Singh, conducted the raid at Majithia’s residence in Amritsar. SAD leaders attempted to enter the premises but were stopped by the state police following a brief scuffle.As news of the raid spread on social media, Akali supporters gathered at the residence, raising slogans against the AAP government. Police deployed heavy security and set up barricades on the road leading to the house.Majithia and his wife, Akali MLA Ganieve Kaur Majithia, claimed that members of the Vigilance Bureau forcibly entered their home in Green Avenue, Amritsar. They alleged a similar raid had also taken place at their Chandigarh residence.Ganieve said a disproportionate assets case had been filed against her husband. “We will continue to fight. People will stand by Majithia,” she said. She further alleged that a 30-member Bureau team entered their house without warning. “What is happening? I want to know what is going on. How did you barge into my house without my knowledge?” she said.Majithia was heard arguing with vigilance officials, expressing his anger over their conduct. “You have forced your way through. This is not the way. I am not going anywhere. I am ready to cooperate,” he told the team, also alleging that the officials had terrorised his children.
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