Mansa, October 14, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The Mansa administration on Wednesday initiated bulldozer action at the house and medical store of Ashwani Kumar, the chemist accused of shooting dead anti-drug activist Parwinder Singh Jhota in a busy market in Mansa on Tuesday.
Ashwani Kumar, who had been absconding following the killing, has since been arrested from Salasar in Rajasthan.
A JCB machine was deployed at his old house in Mansa, where a heavy police contingent was stationed to maintain law and order during the demolition operation.
Administrative action was also taken against the medical store belonging to the accused. People who gathered at the spot also vandalised the shop amid widespread anger over Jhota’s killing.
SSP Says Demolition Ordered by Administration
Mansa Senior Superintendent of Police Vaibhav Chaudhary, who was present at the accused’s old house, told media persons that the demolition was being carried out on the orders of the administration.
He clarified that the police were present only to maintain law and order and ensure security during the operation.
The specific grounds for the demolition and details of the administrative orders authorising the action were not immediately available.
Jhota’s Killing Triggers Widespread Anger
Parwinder Singh Jhota, known for his anti-drug activism, was shot dead on Tuesday following a heated confrontation at a medical store in Mansa over the issue of drugs.
The daylight killing sparked widespread anger among his supporters and local residents, who demanded justice and stringent action against those responsible.
The anger was also reflected in the vandalism at the accused chemist’s shop, where people gathered during the administrative action.
The incident has heightened tensions in the town, with protesters continuing to press the administration for action.
Indefinite Protest Continues in Mansa
Meanwhile, an indefinite protest demanding justice for Jhota continued in Mansa on Wednesday.
The protesters are seeking strict action in the murder case, along with the fulfilment of their other demands.
They have also constituted a committee to coordinate the agitation and hold discussions with the district administration.
The developments come as attention remains focused on the investigation into Jhota’s murder, the administrative action at the accused’s house and medical store, the vandalism at the shop and negotiations between officials and protesters.
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