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Crime
Anti-Drug Activist Amandeep Singh Shot in Barnala, Rushed to Hospital
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🗓 08 Nov 2026, 06:42 AM
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Amandeep Singh, known as an anti-drug activist, was shot by a gang in Barnala, Punjab. He was rushed to a local hospital and later referred to a super-speciality facility.
An incident of violence occurred in Barnala, Punjab, where Amandeep Singh, also known as Aman, was shot by a gang. Singh is identified locally as an anti-drug activist who has been involved in campaigns against substance abuse.
Following the shooting, the injured man was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. Medical staff assessed his condition and subsequently referred him to a super-speciality facility within Barnala for advanced care.
The incident has raised concerns regarding the safety of activists working against the drug trade in the region. Authorities are aware of the incident, and the victim is currently receiving medical attention at the specialized center.
Following the shooting, the injured man was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. Medical staff assessed his condition and subsequently referred him to a super-speciality facility within Barnala for advanced care.
The incident has raised concerns regarding the safety of activists working against the drug trade in the region. Authorities are aware of the incident, and the victim is currently receiving medical attention at the specialized center.