As per the report, Singh was travelling in his car when his vehicle was blocked and attacked by some individuals who were armed with iron rods. The assailants threatened to kill Singh, and the attack is believed to be related to his advocacy for the rights of poor families in a land dispute in Khai.
The deceased has been identified as Gursewak Singh. His friend 20-year-old Bachi sustained bullet injuries, and he is currently undergoing treatment at Civil Hospital in Dabwali.
On Tuesday, Mandeep Singh received a tip-off that the rival group, which had previously attempted to harvest crops from the disputed land, had returned to the field; accompanied by his associates, he rushed to the village and upon arrival, they were allegedly met by armed men from the opposition group