Pastor Bajinder Singh Convicted in 2018 Rape Case as New Assault Allegations Emerge

The Mohali court's verdict marks a significant step in the 2018 case, while fresh charges based on viral footage intensify scrutiny of Singh's actions.

Pastor Bajinder Singh was convicted by a Mohali court in a 2018 rape case, with sentencing scheduled for April 1, 2025.
Five co-accused in the 2018 case were acquitted, while the victim's family expressed relief and called for the harshest punishment for Singh.
Singh faces additional legal trouble after a viral CCTV video showed him assaulting a woman and a man in his office, prompting new charges filed by Punjab Police.
The victim's husband revealed that their family faced threats and pressure throughout the trial, but expressed satisfaction with the court's decision.
The case underscores systemic challenges in holding influential figures accountable and has drawn increased public and institutional focus on gender-based violence and abuse of power.