Gurdaspur Shocker: AAP Sarpanch Gurvinder Singh's Brother Nirmal Singh Shot by Army Soldier; Police Launch Manhunt for Accused (Watch Video)

In a shocking turn of events in Gurdaspur, Punjab, Nirmal Singh, the brother of AAP Sarpanch Gurvinder Singh, was tragically shot in what appears to be a dispute over a panchayat lane. The alleged assailant, Army soldier Lovepreet Singh, reportedly shot Nirmal Singh in a violent altercation. Following the attack, the accused fled the scene, sparking a swift response from local authorities.

Punjab: In Gurdaspur, Army soldier Lovepreet Singh allegedly shot AAP Sarpanch Gurvinder Singh’s brother, Nirmal Singh, over a panchayat lane dispute. The accused fled, and police have launched a manhunt. The victim’s family still faces threats pic.twitter.com/mY0LTsGp7j

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According to reports from news agency IANS, the incident has left the community in shock, with tensions running high in the region. The local police have immediately launched a manhunt in a bid to capture Lovepreet Singh, who remains on the run. Law enforcement agencies are working tirelessly to bring the accused to justice and ensure the safety of the victim's family.

In the aftermath of the tragic incident, the victim’s family continues to face threats from unidentified individuals  exacerbating their distress during this difficult time. The dispute that led to the fatal shooting allegedly stems from a conflict over the use of a panchayat lane, though further investigation is underway to understand the full extent of the issue. Authorities are carefully examining all angles and are hopeful that the case will be resolved swiftly. Local leaders have also expressed their concern, urging peace and a prompt resolution to avoid further escalation of tensions. The police are committed to providing security to the family and ensuring that the accused is apprehended at the earliest.