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Crime
Punjab Sarpanch’s Husband Shot: Family Blames Drug Tip‑Off for Murder
✍️ NDTV
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 08:39 AM
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In Punjab, the husband of a village sarpanch was shot dead, and his family claims the killing was linked to a drug tip‑off.
A shooting incident in Punjab has claimed the life of the husband of a village sarpanch. The victim was reportedly shot at an unknown location in the state. Family members have alleged that the murder was connected to a drug tip‑off, suggesting possible motives linked to narcotics enforcement. Authorities are reportedly investigating the case, though details remain sparse. The incident has raised concerns about safety and the influence of drug-related disputes in rural areas.