Body of Punjab anti-drug activist Jhota brought to Mansa for last rites
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The body of slain anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota was cremated in Mansa on November 8, 2026, after a 22-day protest. His murder triggered significant political unrest in Punjab, leading to a CBI investigation and government concessions.
Key takeaways
- Jhota was shot dead on October 13 while hosting a live stream at a medical store.
- The Punjab government handed the murder investigation to the CBI following family demands.
- Political leaders from multiple parties visited the family, intensifying the state's political row.
- The government agreed to build a trauma center and statue in Jhota's name.
Read the original at The Hindu
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