MHA Seeks Punjab Reports on Killings Linked to Anti-Drug Efforts
· India · Times of India, NDTV
The Ministry of Home Affairs has asked the Punjab government for a comprehensive factual report on recent violent incidents involving anti-drug figures in the state. The inquiry covers the October 13 killing of activist Parwinder Singh Jhota in Mansa and the fatal attack on Bikramjit Singh in Gurdaspur. Officials also sought details on the reported suicide of Gulzar Singh, who had raised concerns over synthetic drug availability. In addition, the ministry requested an update on state actions taken under the Union government's Vision Document on Narcotics Control for 2026-2029. The specific motives behind the attacks on the activists remain under investigation.
Why it matters
The federal inquiry puts pressure on the Punjab administration to strengthen law enforcement and tackle escalating violence against grassroots anti-drug crusaders.
Read the original report — Times of India
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