Punjab Police Foil Conspiracy to Attack Sukhbir Badal. The vigilance of Punjab Police thwarted a conspiracy to attack Shiromani Akali Dal leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal today. The incident occurred while Badal was performing sewa at Sri Harmandir Sahib.
Sukhbir Badal, who was declared a Tankhaiya by Sri Akal Takht Sahib, had been at the Golden Temple as part of his penance. In light of his visit, Punjab Police had implemented stringent security measures, which played a pivotal role in averting the attack.
The attacker, identified as Narain Singh Chaura, a resident of Dera Baba Nanak, approached Badal, who was seated in a wheelchair due to a leg injury. The assailant attempted to fire at Badal but was swiftly overpowered by a plainclothes police officer present nearby.
The shot missed its target, hitting a wall behind Badal. The prompt action by the police ensured that no harm came to Badal or others at the site.The Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, condemned the attack and praised the Punjab Police for their swift response.
“Punjab Police prevented a major incident from happening today. Their promptness foiled a conspiracy to defame Punjab and its people,” Mann stated in a post on X (formerly Twitter). He also directed a thorough investigation into the incident, calling for a detailed report.
The incident, captured on cameras of media personnel at the scene, highlights the critical role of security forces in ensuring peace and stability in the state. The government has assured that the investigation will uncover the motive behind the attack and bring the perpetrators to justice.