A violent incident involving alleged firing was reported from Chite Kalan village in Punjab, where the brother of the village sarpanch was allegedly attacked during a palki seva held in connection with the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Ramdas Ji. According to the victim’s family, the attack stemmed from an old dispute linked to an earlier confrontation over drug use in the village.
The incident reportedly triggered concern among residents, as the family alleged that the victim was targeted by a group of youths while religious observances were underway.
Family Links Attack to Objection Over Drug Use
According to the complainants, the sarpanch’s brother had recently confronted some youths and asked them to stop using drugs. The family suspects that this objection led to hostility and eventually resulted in the alleged attack.
The family identified four alleged attackers as Girgita, Gora, Haki and another person. They claimed that the suspects arrived on motorcycles and opened fire on the victim.
The allegations have not been independently verified, and the accused persons’ version was not available in the information provided.
Victim Taken to Hospital
The family claimed that a bullet grazed the victim rather than striking him directly, and that he sustained injuries in the incident. He was subsequently taken to a hospital for treatment. Further details about his medical condition were not available in the account provided.
The incident has also caused distress among family members, who are seeking swift action against those allegedly involved.
Police Begin Investigation, CCTV Footage Examined
Police officials, including officers at the DSP level, reportedly visited the spot to assess the situation and initiated an investigation. CCTV footage is also being examined as part of the efforts to establish the sequence of events and identify those responsible.
The SSP has reportedly taken cognisance of the matter. However, details regarding any FIR, formal charges or arrests were not provided in the available account.
Family Warns of Protest
The family has demanded immediate action and warned that they may stage a sit-in on the main road if the alleged attackers are not arrested soon.
Police are investigating the incident. The circumstances surrounding the firing, the motive behind the alleged attack and the responsibility of those involved remain to be established through the investigation.