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Shooting in Moga Leaves Two Dead and Three Injured
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Incident Overview
In the Angadpura neighbourhood of Moga, Punjab, a black Mahindra Scorpio SUV stopped beside a shop where four men were sitting. Occupants of the vehicle opened fire, striking all four individuals. Two victims—Gagan Jindal, 30, and Sahil Jindal, 40—later died while receiving treatment at a hospital. The remaining three men, who suffered bullet wounds to the head, abdomen and arm, were also hospitalized; three were initially reported to be in critical condition.
Police Investigation
Senior police officer Sartaj Singh Chahal said a police team reached the scene after being alerted to the shooting. The victims’ family identified possible suspects, and statements are being recorded before any further legal action is decided. Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage from cameras installed around the location, and a forensic team has been deployed to collect evidence. Preliminary information, cited by police, indicates that an old rivalry between two groups may have motivated the attack, though the exact motive remains unconfirmed.
Political Reactions
The incident prompted criticism from opposition figures. BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu questioned the state government’s ability to ensure public safety, asking how many more shootings would be needed before the administration “wakes up.” BJP leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa and Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia also condemned the violence and blamed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for failing to curb gangster activity. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal were specifically referenced in the criticism, though they have not issued a public response in the sources.
Context and Possible Motive
While the shooting appears linked to an “old rivalry,” police have not established a definitive cause. The incident follows a series of recent violent episodes in Punjab, including a separate killing in Ludhiana and a shooting in Amritsar, underscoring heightened concerns about law-and-order challenges in the state.