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Crime
Punjab Govt Forms SIT for Amarjeet Chawla Case, SSP Gurban Bains to Lead
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 08 Oct 2026, 11:45 AM
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The Punjab government has set up a Special Investigation Team to probe the Amarjeet Chawla case, with SSP Gurban Bains appointed to head the team, media officer Baltej Pannu announced.
Punjab's state administration announced the creation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to conduct an immediate and transparent inquiry into the Amarjeet Chawla case. The decision was communicated by media liaison officer Baltej Pannu, who emphasized the government's commitment to swift justice.
The SIT will be overseen by Senior Superintendent of Police Gurban Bains, who has been tasked with directing the investigative efforts from Faridkot. Bains' appointment signals a high‑level police involvement aimed at ensuring procedural rigor.
Authorities have not disclosed further details about the team's composition or timeline, but the move is expected to accelerate the collection of evidence and the identification of any culpable parties.
The formation of the SIT follows growing public and political pressure for a thorough examination of the allegations surrounding the case. Officials reiterated that the investigation will be conducted without external interference.
The Punjab government has pledged regular updates as the probe progresses, underscoring its resolve to maintain law and order in the region.
The SIT will be overseen by Senior Superintendent of Police Gurban Bains, who has been tasked with directing the investigative efforts from Faridkot. Bains' appointment signals a high‑level police involvement aimed at ensuring procedural rigor.
Authorities have not disclosed further details about the team's composition or timeline, but the move is expected to accelerate the collection of evidence and the identification of any culpable parties.
The formation of the SIT follows growing public and political pressure for a thorough examination of the allegations surrounding the case. Officials reiterated that the investigation will be conducted without external interference.
The Punjab government has pledged regular updates as the probe progresses, underscoring its resolve to maintain law and order in the region.