Anti-Drug Activist Shot Dead By Medical Store Owner In Punjab

13 Oct 2026, 07:23 by Abhilasha · KalingaTV

Chandigarh: Anti-drug activist Parvinder Jhota was shot dead by a medical store owner in Punjab’s Mansa on Monday morning. The entire incident has been captured on camera.

The activist, Parvinder Singh Jhota, who was known for exposing the illegal sale of addictive drugs at chemist shops, was seen questioning the chemist outside his store for selling drugs earlier today morning.

In the video, Jhota is seen accusing the pharmacy owner of selling drugs to the man and threatening to take legal action against him. An argument soon breaks out, escalating into a fatal shooting.

At one point, the shopkeeper is seen pulling out a gun and opening fire at Jhota from close range. He fires multiple shots, several of which pass through Jhota’s body. One of Jhota’s companions also suffered serious injuries in the shooting

After the firing, the medical store owner shuts down the shop and flees the scene.

On being informed, the police reach the spot, while Jhota’s supporters gather there.

Jhota had been active in Mansa and nearby areas for several years, raising his voice against drug abuse and alleged illegal sales of intoxicating substances through certain medical stores.

Anti-Drug Activist Shot Dead By Medical Store Owner In Punjab

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