Tension in Punjab after murder of anti-drug activist, preparations underway to bulldoze accused’s house

October 14, 2026

Mansa: Police have arrested chemist Ashwini Kumar in connection with the shooting death of anti-drug activist Parvinder Jhota (45) in Mansa, Punjab. It is reported that Ashwini shot Jhota three times during a Facebook Live on Tuesday. According to police sources, the accused was arrested in Salasar, Rajasthan.

Jhota’s murder has sparked widespread anger among Sikh organizations. The organizations have called for a Mansa shutdown today. The deceased’s family is refusing to perform the last rites. They are demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) investigation into the case and the resignation of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and DGP Gaurav Yadav.

Preparations underway to bulldoze accused’s house

The Mansa administration is preparing to bulldoze the house of accused Ashwini Kumar. Leaders and workers from political parties other than the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) are joining the ongoing protests over the case.

Akali Dal-Waris Punjab De leaders placed under house arrest

Police have placed leaders of MP Amritpal Singh’s party, the Akali Dal-Waris Punjab De, under house arrest. Following Jhota’s murder, tension prevails in the area, and protesters are demanding strict action against the accused and a fair investigation into the case.