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Drug-related unrest and political tension in Punjab

Overview

A series of drug-related incidents has triggered investigations, protests, and political criticism across Punjab. In the Kapurthala district, authorities intervened after a video went viral showing a child, aged 10 to 13, allegedly consuming drugs. The child was moved to a de-addiction center for medical testing, while opposition parties criticized the Aam Aadmi Party government regarding the effectiveness of anti-drug campaigns.

Tensions escalated in Mansa and Patiala. In Mansa, a family blocked a main road to protest the suspected drug overdose death of 35-year-old Daljit Singh, demanding the arrest of suppliers; the demonstration resulted in clashes with police. In Patiala, a Central Reserve Police Force jawan staged a sit-in at Government Rajindra Hospital after alleging he discovered drug paraphernalia in a ward. This incident led to further allegations of staff misconduct and physical confrontation with police, which authorities have denied.

Entities

Punjab · Shiromani Akali Dal · Patiala · Aam Aadmi Party · Government Rajindra Hospital

Timeline

2 days ago

[POLITICS] 5 sources
Punjab drug allegations spark protests and political tension
Protests in Punjab have broken out following a suspected overdose death in Mansa and allegations of drug paraphernalia being found at a government hospital in Patiala.
8 days ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Punjab authorities investigate viral video of child allegedly using drugs
Police in Punjab are investigating a viral video allegedly showing a child consuming drugs in Kapurthala, sparking political criticism over the state's anti-drug enforcement.

Sources

bhaskarlive.in · newindianexpress.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · ramanmedianetwork.com · southasiandaily.com · timesnownews.com · yespunjab.com