Thu Feb 06 22:20:00 UTC 2025: ## NIA Probe Recommended for Vandalism of Ambedkar Statue in Amritsar
**Amritsar, Punjab, February 7, 2025** – A six-member panel investigating the January 26th vandalism of a B.R. Ambedkar statue in Amritsar has recommended a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe. The panel, appointed by BJP chief J.P. Nadda, submitted its report on Thursday. The delegation included former Union Ministers, MLAs, and BJP spokespersons.
The incident sparked widespread outrage, with Union Minister Ramdas Athawale demanding the resignation of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The Congress called for an apology from the state government, and Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati accused the Aam Aadmi Party of negligence. Chief Minister Mann stated that those responsible would not be spared, and the state police have already made arrests. The panel’s recommendation for an NIA investigation signifies the seriousness with which the central government views the act of vandalism.
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