Police DAV Public School and Cambridge International School declare a holiday for October 15 as an action committee demands a CBI probe into anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota’s murder.
JALANDHAR: A statewide Punjab bandh has been called for Thursday, October 15, demanding justice in the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota. Ahead of the shutdown, two schools in Jalandhar — Police DAV Public School and Cambridge International School — have announced a holiday for students on Thursday.
An Action Committee formed to seek justice in the Jhota murder case has called for a statewide shutdown, demanding an investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and a post-mortem examination by a medical board from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh.
What Are the Action Committee’s Demands?
The committee’s key demands include a CBI investigation into Jhota’s killing and a post-mortem examination by a PGIMER medical board. It has also announced that the Sirsa–Ludhiana main road will remain closed until its demands are met.
According to reports, the committee has raised allegations of links between drug-related activities and certain sections of the police. These allegations have not been independently established.
Protests Continue in Mansa
Protests have continued in Mansa following Jhota’s murder on Tuesday, October 13. Protesters are demanding a transparent investigation and action against those responsible for the killing.
The bandh call comes amid growing demands for an independent investigation into the case.
Two Jalandhar Schools Announce Holiday
Police DAV Public School and Cambridge International School have announced a holiday for October 15 amid the bandh call. Parents are advised to check the schools’ official communications for details regarding the holiday and any further instructions.
Will Markets, Public Transport and Government Offices Remain Closed?
The impact of the bandh on markets, public transport, government offices and other educational institutions may vary across Punjab. There is currently no statewide official confirmation that all markets, buses, government offices or schools and colleges will remain closed.
Residents are advised to check updates and advisories issued by the local police and district administration before travelling or making plans for Thursday.