Mansa: Anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota was reportedly shot multiple times by the owner of a medical store in Punjab’s Mansa district on Tuesday morning. However, police had not officially confirmed his death at the time of the report.
According to preliminary information, the shop owner allegedly opened fire at close range, with several bullets reportedly passing through Jhota’s body. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear.
Jhota had been actively campaigning against drug abuse and the illegal drug trade in Mansa for several years. He was known for confronting people allegedly involved in selling drugs and had reportedly been involved in disputes over his anti-drug activities.
His campaign had also received support from local village panchayats, some of which reportedly passed resolutions against drug abuse following his efforts.
Further details about the incident, the alleged assailant and any police action were awaited.
