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Crime
Police Officer Killed on Duty in Amritsar; BJP MP Tarun Chugh Questions Law‑and‑Order
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 11:31 AM
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A police officer was shot dead while on duty in Amritsar, prompting BJP MP Tarun Chugh to raise concerns over the city’s law‑and‑order situation.
A police constable was fatally shot while performing his duties in Amritsar on Thursday, according to local police reports. The incident occurred in a residential area of the city, and the officer was pronounced dead at the scene.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Tarun Chugh publicly questioned the prevailing law‑and‑order conditions in Amritsar following the killing. In a statement to the media, Chugh urged the state government to take immediate steps to strengthen security and prevent further attacks on law‑enforcement personnel.
Punjab Police have launched an investigation, forming a special team to identify the assailants and determine the motive behind the attack. Senior officials said they are reviewing CCTV footage and have appealed to witnesses to come forward. The police have not yet disclosed any arrests.
The incident adds to a series of recent violent episodes in the region, prompting calls from opposition leaders and civil society for a comprehensive review of public safety measures. Authorities have pledged to accelerate the probe and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Tarun Chugh publicly questioned the prevailing law‑and‑order conditions in Amritsar following the killing. In a statement to the media, Chugh urged the state government to take immediate steps to strengthen security and prevent further attacks on law‑enforcement personnel.
Punjab Police have launched an investigation, forming a special team to identify the assailants and determine the motive behind the attack. Senior officials said they are reviewing CCTV footage and have appealed to witnesses to come forward. The police have not yet disclosed any arrests.
The incident adds to a series of recent violent episodes in the region, prompting calls from opposition leaders and civil society for a comprehensive review of public safety measures. Authorities have pledged to accelerate the probe and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.