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Akali Dal Leader Shot Dead In Punjab; Family Blames Land Dispute
Navtej Singh, a former Akali Dal leader, was gunned down by motorcycle-borne assailants in Ludhiana. His family has pointed to a prolonged property dispute as a possible motive for the killing.
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Former Akali Dal leader Navtej Singh was shot dead in Ludhiana on Tuesday, according to police reports. The attack, carried out by unidentified assailants on a motorcycle, has triggered a major investigation in the state.
Singh's family members alleged that the killing stems from a long-standing land dispute, suggesting that property-related tensions may have motivated the attack. The family's accusation has drawn particular focus to a brother's involvement, though police have not confirmed details of the alleged dispute or any suspects at this stage.
Ludhiana Police have registered a case and launched efforts to identify the perpetrators. Authorities are examining multiple angles, including the family's claims regarding the land controversy, as part of their ongoing investigation. The incident adds to growing concerns over violent crimes in Punjab's urban centers.
The Akali Dal, a major political force in Punjab, has yet to issue an official statement regarding Singh's death. Security has been heightened in the area following the incident.