Congress Leaders Condemn Mansa Anti-Drug Activist Murder

Prominent political figures, led by senior Congress leaders including Charanjit Singh Channi, have strongly condemned the fatal shooting of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa district. The incident took place on October 13, 2026, when the activist confronted a medical store owner over the alleged sale of addictive substances. Opposition leaders utilized the platform to level sharp criticisms against the ruling Aam Aadmi Party government regarding the state of public safety.

According to police reports, Parvinder Singh Jhota went to a chemist shop to object to the alleged distribution of illegal drugs and was recording the exchange on his mobile phone. During the ensuing argument, the chemist opened fire, striking Singh with three bullets. The activist was rushed to the civil hospital, where attending doctors pronounced him dead upon arrival.

Charanjit Singh Channi voiced sharp criticism following the event, alleging a severe breakdown of security across Punjab under the current administration. Leaders from multiple political factions, including the Bharatiya Janata Party and Shiromani Akali Dal, joined in condemning the daylight killing and pointed to a failure in governance regarding local crime and substance trafficking.

Police confirmed that the victim had previously highlighted the alleged illegal sale of addictive drugs at several chemist shops within Mansa district. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the shooting as local stakeholders demand strict accountability and a thorough review of law enforcement measures in the region.