Drug Activist Jhotta Shot Dead in Punjab’s Mansa

Parvinder Singh, also known as Jhotta, who had been raising his voice against drug abuse in Punjab’s Mansa district, was shot dead on Tuesday morning.

According to the information, he was questioning medical store owner Ashwani over the alleged illegal sale of narcotic medicines and recording the incident on his mobile phone. During the ensuing argument, the medical store owner allegedly pulled out a pistol and opened fire, critically injuring Parvinder Singh. He died while being taken to the hospital.

Four of his associates were also injured in the incident. The accused fled the scene following the shooting, and police are conducting raids to track him down. According to police, the two men had an old dispute. Police have already arrested one person who allegedly helped the accused escape.