27022025-JTR-01.qxd 2/26/2025 11:17 PM Page 1 c m y b Jalandhar tribune GORAYAN WEDDING SHOOTING CASE CRACKED, 1 ARRESTED I HAVE BROKEN MY OWN BOUNDARIES, SAYS PARMISH WEDDING BELLS FOR INFLUENCER PRAJAKTA KOLI The main accused in a shooting incident that had claimed a life during a wedding at Gorayan village has been held. P2 I’ve broken my own boundaries and done things differently, says singeractor Parmish Verma. P4 Koli tied the knot with her long-time boyfriend Vrishank Khanal in an intimate ceremony in New Delhi. P4 » » FORECAST CLOUDY SKY MAX 22°C | MIN 16°C YESTERDAY MAX 24°C | MIN 14°C SUNSET THURSDAY 6.24 PM » SUNRISE FRIDAY 6:55 AM THURSDAY | 27 FEBRUARY 2025 | JALANDHAR INBRIEF NIGHT PATROLLING INTENSIFIED Phagwara: Superintendent of Police Rupinder Kaur Bhatti said that security has been tightened at all sensitive points to nab the anti-social elements. She said additional forces were being deployed for the night domination operation and patrolling teams had been deputed and check-points set up. A special nakabandi was held by the police in the posh locality of Hargobind Nagar, Phagwara. SHO (City) Amandeep Nahar said the police checked vehicles to keep an eye on suspicious elements. OC MLA FLAGS BAD ROADS IN HOUSE Phagwara: The poor condition of roads connecting Phagwara to the Chandigarh bypass via Banga Road and Palahi Road echoed in the Punjab Assembly on Wednesday. Congress MLA Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal urged Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan to convey the demand for immediate reconstruction to the minister concerned. MLA Dhaliwal pointed out that repeated patchwork repairs have been inadequate, and the PWD has not undertaken proper reconstruction for nearly a decade. These roads witness heavy traffic daily, with Palahi Road serving as a key link between rural areas and the bypass, while Banga Road remains a recurring issue during elections due to its deep potholes. Phagwara, known for its industrial significance, also has a substantial NRI population, the MLA said. OC ADVERTISEMENT POLICY REVIEWED Phagwara: Municipal Commissioner Jashanjit Singh held a meeting with MC officials to discuss urban management policies. The MC Commissioner said that strict instructions have been given to the Superintendent (Advertisement) to ensure that all business owners, whether small or large, adhere to the Punjab Government’s advertisement policy while installing signboards outside their establishments. Furthermore, business owners must display their boards in the Punjabi language as per government guidelines. Health Department officials were directed to ensure proper sanitation across the city. He emphasised timely lifting of waste from secondary dumping points to maintain cleanliness. OC Bar assn poll on Feb 28, prez post candidates raise the heat Deepkamal Kaur Tribune News Service Jalandhar, February 26 Battle lines have been drawn as 2,870 registered lawyers of Jalandhar are set to elect the new president of the District Bar Association on February 28. In the fray for the key post of the president are Aditya Jain, who has remained president for the last two consecutive terms and is trying for a hat-trick, and Rattan Dua, exsecretary of the DBA. Both are in a hectic campaign mode for the past nearly a month, primarily by holding high-budget parties in city hotels. Both have rolled out a huge agenda of works that they would pursue upon getting the top post. The entry gate to the chambers of the lawyers and all roads leading to the courts have been covered with huge banners and posters put up by the contenders, who are investing heavily in their campaigns. Unlike the DBA president’s election, which was quite one-sided, both contenders have been using all their might to reach the victory podium. Dua has tried to woo the larger chunk of younger lot of advocates by announcing stipends for them for sustenance in the initial years. Also on his plan is a comprehensive mentorship pro- A large number of election campaign hoardings on display ahead of District Bar Association polls on February 28 in Jalandhar. PHOTO: SARABJIT SINGH gramme. Other welfare schemes that he has promised to his fellow colleagues include financial aid for members facing emergencies, health insurance, renovation and expansion of the chambers, etc. Aditya, on the other hand, is focussing more on the works accomplished by him in the previous two tenures. These include installation of CCTV cameras in parking areas, starting of a new canteen, installing ACs in old library, water purifier systems, sound system in old library hall, etc. On his agenda while running for the third term is to get toll charges waived for lawyers, establishment of creche for working women lawyers and installation of interlocking tiles in the parking lot. The promises of stipend, insurance of members and construction of lawyers’ chambers is on the agenda of both. For the post of DBA secretary are three lawyers — Harsh Bhatt, Rohit Gambhir and Tarsem S Taak. Lawyers Harinder Pal Singh Narula and Ram Chhabra are vying for the post of senior vicepresident. Four advocates Pardip Kumar Sharma, Rajnish Sidhi, Suraj Partap Singh and Vipan Kumar Khaira are in fray for the post of junior vice-president. The contestants for the post of joint secretary are Mohammad Sajid and Sahil Malhotra. Jasbir Singh, Sonalika, Vinay Kumar Sabharwal and Talwinder Kumar are contesting for the post of assistant secretary. Amanat Bhagat, Mehul Khanna, Mohd Rafiq Azad, Mumtaz, Neha Attri, Paras Choudhary, Prabhu Dhir, Payal, Sonam, Tajinder Singh and Vijay Mishra are contesting for the post of executive members. 3 women arrested, 160 intoxicating pills seized Our Correspondent Phagwara, February 26 In a major breakthrough in the drive against drug menace, the Phillaur police have arrested three female drug peddlers and seized 160 nintoxicating pills in two operations. The arrests were made at Ganna village as part of the intensified drive against drug trafficking. The accused have been identified as Anita Rani, wife of Mangat Ram, Rani, wife of Minda, and Preeti, wife of Harjinder, all residents of Ganna village. Addressing the media, SSP Harkamal Preet Singh Khakh said that that Inspector Sanjeev Kapur, Phillaur SHO, received a tip-off on some drug movement in the area. Acting swiftly, a special team was constituted under SP (Investigation) Jasrup Kaur Bath and Phillaur DSP Sarwan Singh Bal. The police team intercepted Anita on February 22, leading to the seizure of 70 narcotic pills. Following her interrogation, the team apprehended Rani and Preeti on February 24 and seized 45 pills from each suspect. During questioning, the accused revealed they had been operating a distribution network sourcing drugs from surrounding areas and supplying to neighbouring villages. Khakh added that all three women were habitual offenders with multiple prior cases. “Anita has three previous NDPS Act cases registered The three female drug peddlers in the custody of rural police at Phillaur in Jalandhar district. TRIBUNE PHOTOGRAPH between 2022 and 2024. Similarly, both Rani and Preeti have three prior narcotics cases each against them, demonstrating their persistent involvement in drug trafficking despite previous arrests,” stated the SSP. Cases have been registered at the Phillaur police station. The police will produce the accused in court tomorrow for seeking their police remand. Meanwhile, SSP Khakh has urged citizens to support the police by sharing information about drug trafficking activities. 14 arrested in Nakodar in one and a half months Stepping up its drive against drug smuggling, the Jalandhar Rural Police have registered nine cases under the NDPS Act and arrested 14 accused in Nakodar subdivision between January 1 and February 25 this year. The police teams seized 8 gm of heroin, 12 capsules and 1,847 intoxicating tablets during the operations. Divulging details, SSP Harkamal Preet Singh Khakh said efforts were being intensified to dismantle drug networks operating in the region. He urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police. To further strengthen the crackdown, special teams have been constituted in all sub-divisions of Jalandhar Rural under the supervision of sub-divisional DSPs to make the campaign more effective. Democratic Kisan Sabha ASI gets award for making portraits with ‘zarkan’ leader attacked after protest Jupinderjit Singh Tribune News Service Ashok Kaura Phagwara, February 26 Following a protest against corruption, Kuldeep Singh Phillaur, a senior leader of the Democratic Kisan Sabha, Punjab, was reportedly attacked and injured at his residence by Bhupinder Singh Sanghera, a local lambardar. The attack took place after a demonstration was held in which protesters burned an effigy of the Phillaur tehsildar, accusing him of corruption. According to reports, the accused forcibly entered Kuldeep’s house, verbally abused him and gave him death threats. He allegedly warned the leader of serious consequences if any further protests were held against the tehsildar. The attack left Kuldeep injured, and he was admitted to the Civil Hospital in Phillaur. Upon receiving the information about the incident, Rajeev Kapoor, SHO of Phillaur police station, visited the hospital. Based on the victim’s statement, an FIR has been registered. The police have launched a search operation to apprehend the accused, Bhupinder Singh Sanghera, son of Harbhajan Singh, a resident of Phillaur. During the protest, Sanghera had allegedly attempted to provoke demon- strators with abusive language, but was restrained from doing so. Leaders of the Democratic Kisan Sabha, including comrade Jarnail Philaur, advocate Sanjeev Bhoura and Kuljit Singh Phillaur, have condemned the attack and warned the administration of a largescale protest if the culprit was not brought to book. Various farmer and labour organisations, including the Rural Labour have acondemned the incident, calling for strict action against those responsible. They have urged the authorities concerned to take immediate steps to curb such acts of violence against protesting leaders. Chandigarh, February 26 From a life of penury, where he earned a livelihood by making sketches, Assistant SubInspector (ASI) Ashok Kumar has gained worldwide recognition for his excellence in creating portraits using American diamonds. Earlier this week, he was awarded a certificate of excellence by the World Book of Records in Dubai. Ramdas Athawale, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment of India, presented the award to Ashok, who is the first artist to create ‘diamond’ portraits of icons that shimmer with life. Santosh Shukla, CEO, and Jitendra Matlani, president of the World Book of Records (Middle East), Union Minister Ramdas Athawale (centre) gives the award to ASI Ashok Kumar for American diamond art portrait in Dubai. praised Kumar’s technique which blends craftsmanship with brilliance. Ashok uses American diamonds, also locally known as ‘zarkan’, to give a sparkling impression to his portraits. These diamonds are not expensive, but shine a lot. In 2019, Kumar set a world record by creating the largest painting (18ft x 12ft) of Guru Nanak Dev. In 2020, the Limca Book of Records recognised him for making miniature portraits (2.5cm x 2.5cm) of women pioneers in various fields and all Presidents of India. Ashok, hailing from Ludhiana and currently posted in Jalandhar, used to be a temporary employee with the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation in the early 2000s. During President Abdul Kalam’s visit to Ludhiana in September 2003, Ashok had the opportunity to present a portrait to the President. Impressed by his work, Kalam awarded him Rs 20,000 and requested local officials to regularise his job. Kumar joined the Punjab Police as a constable a few months later. “I feel I have special blessings from Guru Nanak Dev,” he added. Bollywood actors attend last rites of designer Sandeep Khosla’s mother Tribune News Service Jalandhar, February 26 Several Bollywood stars were in the city to attend the last rites of Pimmi Khosla, a Kapurthala-based socialite and the mother of fashion designer Sandeep Khosla, at Hotel Radisson here this afternoon. Among those who came to express their condolences to the family were Jaya Bachchan and her daughter Shweta Bachhan, Amrita Singh and Dimple Kapadia and her younger daughter Rinke Khanna. Sandeep Khosla and Abu Jani attended to all guests at the hotel as tributes were being paid to the departed soul. Dimple Kapadia and Jaya Bachchan are learnt to be among the first big clients Bollywood actor and Rajya Sabha MP Jaya Bachchan, along with her daughter Shweta Bachchan (centre), and actor Amrita Singh pay respects to fashion designer Sandeep Khosla’s mother in Jalandhar on Wednesday. SARABJIT SINGH of Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla label, which is now about 38 years old. Gautam Kapoor and Divya Kapoor Sardana, MD of the hotel, said that all required arrangements for the stars attending the event had been made to complete perfection. c m y b BM Gupta, a veteran architect of Kapurthala, expressed condolences to the family. He said that the city’s oldies still remember Pimmi Khosla for the social work she was engaged in. “Her husband DP Khosla had a leather and garment business. The fami- ly was also well-connected with the royal princes of Kapurthala,” he shared.