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Crime
Nihang Sikhs Assault Young Man in Amritsar Over Drug‑Sale Tip
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 10:16 AM
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Two Nihang members restrained a youth while a third beat him with sticks after a tip about drug selling in Amritsar.
A group of Nihang Sikhs intervened in Amritsar after receiving a report that a young man was selling narcotics. Upon reaching the location, two of the Nihangs seized the youth by his arms, while a third member began striking him with wooden sticks.
The assault was carried out with the sticks repeatedly, and the victim was left on the ground after the beating. No official statement has been released regarding the extent of injuries sustained.
Local police have opened an investigation into the incident, noting that vigilante actions are not permissible under Indian law. Authorities are expected to determine whether any criminal charges will be filed against the assailants.
The episode highlights ongoing concerns about community‑based enforcement and the role of traditional Sikh warrior groups in contemporary law‑order matters.
The assault was carried out with the sticks repeatedly, and the victim was left on the ground after the beating. No official statement has been released regarding the extent of injuries sustained.
Local police have opened an investigation into the incident, noting that vigilante actions are not permissible under Indian law. Authorities are expected to determine whether any criminal charges will be filed against the assailants.
The episode highlights ongoing concerns about community‑based enforcement and the role of traditional Sikh warrior groups in contemporary law‑order matters.