National Times Bureau :- Popular Punjabi singer Prem Dhillon has found himself at the centre of a fresh controversy following the emergence of a video allegedly showing him with packets of opium inside a car showroom in Chandigarh. The video, which has gone viral on social media, has triggered strong reactions and prompted a formal complaint demanding strict legal action against the singer.
The issue was raised by the Lawyers’ Council, which has approached the Chandigarh Director General of Police and the Senior Superintendent of Police, seeking the immediate registration of a case and Dhillon’s arrest under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
According to the council’s chairman, Vasu Ranjan Shandilya, the viral clip reportedly shows Prem Dhillon holding what appears to be opium inside a public place. It has been claimed that the video was uploaded from the singer’s own social media account, a factor that has intensified the controversy.
The complainant questioned how a public figure could openly display a narcotic substance at a time when Punjab and Chandigarh are battling a serious drug crisis. He stated that such visuals send a dangerous message to society, particularly to the youth who consider celebrities as role models.
In the complaint submitted to the police, the Lawyers’ Council has demanded a thorough investigation into the origin of the alleged 300 to 400 grams of opium visible in the video. The organisation has also sought clarity on who supplied the substance and whether any organised network is involved.
Serious concerns have also been raised regarding the possibility of drug trafficking being carried out under the cover of police security provided to the singer. The role of individuals present with him at the time of the video has also been questioned, with demands for their identification and examination.
The council has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Chandigarh Police, warning that if an FIR is not registered under the NDPS Act and no arrests are made within the stipulated time, the matter will be taken to the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
Legal experts note that possession or public display of narcotic substances constitutes a criminal offence under the NDPS Act, 1985. If the allegations are substantiated, the case could invite serious legal consequences.
As of now, no official statement has been issued by Prem Dhillon or his team. Police authorities have indicated that the matter is under review, and further action will depend on the outcome of the preliminary inquiry.
