Life-size hoardings of rape-convicted preacher Bajinder Singh have been unlawfully placed along highways in Punjab's Mohali district, violating Supreme Court directives. This blatant breach of legal restrictions poses a significant traffic hazard, with local authorities failing to prevent the unauthorized displays.
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