Youths attacked with rods in Sangrur hospital, 3 arrested

In a disturbing incident on the night of September 10, two youths were violently attacked inside a hospital in Sangrur, Punjab. The victims, identified as Manpreet Singh and Kulwinder Singh, were assaulted by a group of five to six individuals armed with rods and sticks. The attack was reportedly motivated by an old enmity, and both victims sustained serious injuries during the brutal confrontation, which was captured on CCTV footage. Manpreet was lured to the hospital after receiving a message from friends, only to be ambushed upon arrival. Kulwinder, upon learning of the attack on his friend, rushed to the hospital, where he too became a target of the assailants in the emergency ward. The graphic nature of the incident has raised significant concerns regarding public safety and the effectiveness of law enforcement in the region. The video of the attack has circulated widely on social media, prompting outrage and criticism from political figures, including Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira. He condemned the state government led by Bhagwant Mann, questioning the claims of a stable law and order situation in Punjab. The incident has highlighted the growing fear among citizens regarding their safety, even in public spaces like hospitals. In response to the attack, local police have initiated an inquiry and registered a case against the perpetrators. Reports indicate that three suspects have been arrested, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining individuals involved in this violent act. The incident underscores the urgent need for improved security measures and a reassessment of the law enforcement strategies in Punjab.