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Crime
Gunfire erupts in Tibba village, Punjab over land dispute; labourer critically injured
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 01:16 PM
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A land dispute in Tibba, a village under Sultanpur Lodhi in Punjab, turned violent when gunfire was reported, leaving a labourer in critical condition and heightening tension in the community.
Tibba, a small settlement in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Punjab, witnessed a sudden outbreak of violence on Monday when two rival groups clashed over a contested piece of land. According to local witnesses, the confrontation escalated into a gunfight, with shots fired in the narrow lanes of the village.
Emergency services arrived quickly and transported a labourer who was hit by a bullet to the nearest hospital. The victim is reported to be in critical condition, and doctors are monitoring his injuries closely.
Police have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to identify the shooters. Senior officials said they are working to restore calm, as the incident has sparked fear and heightened tensions among residents.
The incident underscores the persistent issue of land disputes in rural Punjab, where unclear ownership records often lead to confrontations. Authorities have urged the community to resolve such matters through legal channels rather than resorting to violence.
Emergency services arrived quickly and transported a labourer who was hit by a bullet to the nearest hospital. The victim is reported to be in critical condition, and doctors are monitoring his injuries closely.
Police have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to identify the shooters. Senior officials said they are working to restore calm, as the incident has sparked fear and heightened tensions among residents.
The incident underscores the persistent issue of land disputes in rural Punjab, where unclear ownership records often lead to confrontations. Authorities have urged the community to resolve such matters through legal channels rather than resorting to violence.