Caught on cam: Punjab anti-drug activist shot dead after confronting chemist over 'drug sales'
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How it spread - 11 original reports
Tue, 13 October 2026
2 reports- Times of India05:53first to report
Parwinder Singh Jhota was involved in a sting operation targeting a medical store in Mansa. He confronted the store owner about selling prohibited substances and had a heated exchange before being shot. Despite his attempts to escape, Jhota fell and was pronounced dead at the hospital. The police have identified the shooter, Ashwani Kumar, who fled after the incident.
- prokerala.com12:10
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) said on Tuesday that anti-drug and social activists were most unsafe in Punjab that was evident from cold-blooded murder....
Wed, 14 October 2026
3 reports- Times of India07:14
In a significant move, authorities have demolished the residence of Ashwani Kumar, the prime suspect in the murder of activist Parwinder Singh Jhota. Following Kumar's arrest in Rajasthan, protests erupted in Mansa as citizens rallied for justice. In response to public outrage, a Punjab bandh has been declared, reflecting the community's demand for accountability in the wake of this tragedy.
- hindustantimes.com08:38
Authorities raze illegal portions of Ashwani Kumar’s house, store following widespread anger over the fatal shooting of activist Parvinder Singh Jhota.
- Times of India19:11
In Mansa, police have intensified security and set up barricades following the tragic death of anti-drug advocate Parminder Singh Jhota. Activists erupted in protests, demanding a Punjab bandh on October 15. Commuters at Handiaya Chowk experienced significant delays as bus services were suspended, mirroring police responses to last month's suicide of Gulzar Singh linked to drug issues.
Thu, 15 October 2026
2 reports- pragativadi.com10:57
The Punjab bandh sparked by the murder of Parvinder Singh Jhota causes statewide disruptions and impacts daily life.
- indiatimes.com12:02
Two days after anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota was shot dead by a medical store owner in Mansa, authorities on Thursday suspended the woman SHO of City-2 police station with immediate effect and booked two more persons, including the accused’s wife, in connection with the case, officials said.
Fri, 16 October 2026
2 reports- Times of India13:25
The Ministry of Home Affairs has called for detailed reports from Punjab's authorities concerning two violent occurrences linked to the fight against drugs. The first incident, the murder of anti-drug activist Parwinder Singh in Mansa, ignited widespread protests. Meanwhile, an assault on Bikramjit Singh in Gurdaspur resulted in his death.
- hindustantimes.com15:21
The MHA has called for the implementation of key measures to support the national goal of a drug-free India. | India News
Mon, 19 October 2026
1 report- tribuneindia.com11:58
SAD delegations meet AAP MLAs in Ludhiana, submit letters of condemnation; seek CM’s resignation and CBI probe
Wed, 21 October 2026
1 report- Times of India02:48
The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case regarding the murder of Parvinder Singh Jhota. Jhota was shot dead inside a medical store in Punjab's Mansa while hosting a Facebook Live session. Following demands from his family, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the case's transfer to the CBI. Union Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed this decision but criticized the state government for not addressing other drug-related cases.