Self-Styled Pastor Bajinder Singh Sentenced to Life for 2018 Rape Case
The Mohali court's verdict marks a pivotal moment in the fight against abuse of power, as investigations into additional allegations against Singh continue.
- Bajinder Singh, a self-styled pastor known for his 'miracle healings,' was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a woman in 2018 at his Mohali residence.
- The victim alleged Singh recorded the assault and threatened to release the video if she refused his demands, which included extortion and compliance.
- Five other accused in the case were acquitted, while Singh was convicted under Indian Penal Code Sections 376 (rape), 323 (causing hurt), and 506 (criminal intimidation).
- Singh faces ongoing investigations for additional allegations, including a February 2025 sexual harassment complaint and a viral video showing him assaulting a woman.
- The victim expressed gratitude for the court's decision, calling it justice served, as public and institutional scrutiny over Singh's actions remains high.