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P4 » FORECAST MAINLY CLEAR SKY MAX 21°C | MIN 7°C YESTERDAY MAX 21°C | MIN 7°C SUNSET FRIDAY 5.22 PM SUNRISE SATURDAY 6:59 AM » FRIDAY | 28 NOVEMBER 2025 | LUDHIANA MC identifies eight vulnerable waterlogging spots in city 2 suspects hurt in encounter shifted from hospital to police station for further probe Shivani Bhakoo Ludhiana, November 27 The Ladhowal police have brought on remand two criminals who were injured during an encounter on November 20 and were admitted to the Civil Hospital, Ludhiana. The police have also initiated interrogation of the suspects under the supervision of senior functionaries of various wings of the Ludhiana Commissionerate. Acknowledging that the suspects, Deepak Deepu and Ram Lal, had made some vital revelations in police custody during the probe, investigating officer Major Singh declined to divulge details as the same would affect the progress of the probe of the high-profile case. He said revelations made by Rocky Nehra and his accomplices in the case before the Sri Ganganagar police could be verified only after bringing them on a transit remand. Ram Lal, who is a resident of Takhra village in Sri Ganganagar district in Rajasthan, and Deepak Deepu of Sherewal in Fazilka, along with another criminal Ajay, were brought by Tribune News Service Ludhiana, November 27 Stagnant water and waterlogging during the rainy season create difficulties for residents and commuters in the city. Rainwater accumulates on several city roads often taking three to four hours to recede due to improper drainage systems and lack of adequate pumping machinery. To address the issue, the Municipal Corporation has identified eight vulnerable spots that cause maximum inconvenience during rainy days. Works to be completed before next rainy season Talking to The Tribune, MC Commissioner Aditya Dachalwal said with troublesome points now identified, the focus would shift to ensuring proper drainage in these areas so that the problem could be resolved before the next rainy season. The eight identified vulnerable spots include Vishkarma Rainwater accumulates on several roads due to improper drainage systems in Ludhiana. FILE Chowk, where chronic water accumulation disrupts traffic; Transport Nagar, a major industrial zone suffering from poor drainage; Chandigarh Road near Police Colony, where regular waterlogging turns the stretch into a bottleneck; Sherpur Chowk, a key junction requiring urgent storm water management; Ferozepur Road outside Grand Walk mall and its opposite side, a high-footfall commercial area that gets choked during rains; Verka underpass on both sides, where pumping station upgrades and redesign are needed; Hambran Road, a vital link affected by poor slope drainage; and Metro Focal Point, which requires a sustainable drainage system. Superintending Engineer Ekjot Singh said the issues at the eight points must be addressed before the next monsoon season. Consultants would be hired for locations, including Sherpur Chowk and Transport Nagar. For two sites — Metro Road Focal Point and Police Colony on Chandigarh Road — tenders have already been floated. “We are hopeful to start works on these points within the next two months as the aim is to complete the task before the onset of the next monsoon. The cost of each point varies as per design and nature of work, ranging from a few lakhs to a few crores,” the SE said. Mahesh Sharma 8 nabbed in snatching, theft cases Six under-construction Mahesh Sharma Ludhiana, November 27 The police claimed to have nabbed eight persons involved in snatching and theft incidents that occurred in several areas falling under the jurisdiction of the Ludhiana Commissionerate and police district. Seven two-wheelers and a purse containing valuables and cash were recovered from the possession of the suspects. DSP Dakha, Varinder , Singh Khosa, said police personnel, led by Dakha SHO Hamraj Singh, had arrested a notorious snatcher, Harwinder Singh, of Mullanpur on Thursday and recovered a purse that was snatched from Jasvir Kaur when she was commuting with her husband Surinder Singh on a motorcycle on November 21. The suspect, who is already booked under at least six cases at various police stations, was identified and nabbed on the basis of investigation. As per information, investigating officer Balwinder Singh from the Ladhowal police station had arrested Gagandeep Singh and Balwinder of Maniyewal on Wednesday and recovered three stolen motorcycles from them. The Daresi police had recovered one stolen motorcycle by arresting Gaurav and Vikas of Bharti Colony here and the Tibba police had arrested Azir Akhtar and Mohammad Sazim of Gautam Colony, Ludhiana, with two stolen motorcycles. Sarabjit Singh of Guru Arjun Dev Nagar, Moga, was nabbed with a stolen Honda Activa by a police team led by Amanpreet Singh, posted at the Sarabha Nagar police station. One of the suspects nabbed in a snatching case in police custody in Dakha. unauthorised buildings, colony demolished An illegal building being razed in the Sherpur area. Ludhiana, November 27 Taking action against illegal constructions, the Municipal Corporation (MC) demolished six under- construction illegal buildings in different parts of the city on Wednesday. Further, an illegal colony and encroachment on a road portion were also demolished. Of the six illegal buildings demolished by the civic body, three were being constructed in the Sherpur area, two on the college road and one in Uttam Vihar, on the Bindraban road. An illegal building has also been sealed on the college road. ATP (Zone D) Harvinder Singh said action against illegal constructions was taken on the directions of MC Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal. He said an under-construction illegal colony had also been demolished near Alpine Wood School and an encroachment on a road portion was razed in Manohar Nagar. Meanwhile, civic body officials appealed to residents to start constructions only after getting building plans approved from the corporation, otherwise strict action would be taken against illegal works. — TNS Cops take the suspects to the Civil Hospital, Ludhiana, for a medical examination. HIMANSHU MAHAJAN police personnel, led by Major Singh to the Civil Hospital again for the mandatory medical examination. Earlier, the Sri Ganganagar police had nabbed three miscreants following visits by Ludhiana police officials during investigation of an FIR registered against Ram Lal and Deepu under Sections 109, 132, 324 (4) and 3 (5) of the BNS and the Arms Act. Rocky had admitted before the Sri Ganganagar police that Ram Lal and Deepu were deployed on the mission to take delivery of hand grenades, which were Youth dies of suspected drug overdose Raikot, November 27 The Sudhar police have launched a probe into the death of a youth of Boparai Kalan village, Gagan Deep Singh, under mysterious circumstances. While the deceased’s family has accused two of the victim’s friends of allegedly causing his death by drug overdose, Sudhar SHO Gurdeep Singh said the exact cause of death would be ascertained after conducting the post-mortem examination. Jasdeep Jassa of Boparai Kalan informed Sudhar SHO that two friends of his brother had allegedly gave drug to his brother Gagan Deep Singh on Tuesday and deserted him unattended at the village when his condition worsened. He threatened that the family would not allow his postmortem examination and cremation till both suspects are arrested by the police. As parents of the deceased are staying abroad, his body had been kept at the mortuary of a Boparai Kalan hospital. — OC Vet varsity turns poultry waste into protein-rich snacks Manav Mander Tribune News Service Ludhiana, November 27 In a breakthrough that blends science, sustainability and small-scale entrepreneurship, researchers at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) have transformed poultry waste into ready-to-eat protein snacks — a move that could reshape how the country thinks about meat byproducts. Initiative introduces three products — chicken sticks, meat pockets, chicken salami Launched by the university’s Livestock Products Technology Department, the ini- Chicken salami and meat pockets (right) prepared from poultry waste by GADVASU researchers in Ludhiana. tiative introduces three functional meat products — chicken sticks, meat pockets and chicken salami. Each item is designed not only for taste and nutrition but also for impact — reducing waste, cutting pollution and opening doors for local entrepreneurs. “We’ve long ignored the nutritional value of poultry byproducts such as liver, kidney, and gizzard,” said Dr Nitin Mehta, professor and head of the department. “Such parts make up nearly 35–40 per cent of the animal body weight. Discarding them is both a financial loss and an environmental burden,” he said. The chicken stick, a shelfstable extruded snack made from ground byproducts and c m y b spices, is the flagship product. It contains no artificial preservatives or colourants and is rich in animal protein, ideal for small vendors and rural markets where refrigeration is limited. The meat pocket, meanwhile, offers versatility — seasoned meat wrapped in dough, deepfried and ready to eat. It can be refrigerated and reheated, making it suitable for both street stalls and home kitchens. Completing the trio is the chicken meat salami — a minimally processed, heattreated emulsion product that’s best served cold, in salads or as a snack. “Don’t deep fry it,” the team advises, emphasising its ready-to-eat nature. What sets the initiative apart is its dual focus, scientific innovation and grassroots empowerment. By turning waste into value, GADVASU is not only addressing a long-standing industry challenge but also offering a scalable model for rural entrepreneurship. brought to the outskirts of Ludhiana from the Attari Border, Amritsar, by bus. Rocky was also in contact with Suneel Kumar Meena, alias SK Meena, alias Mayank Singh, a notorious criminal from Gharsana, near the IndoPak border, who is lodged in a Jharkhand jail currently. It was on Mayank’s directions that Rocky had provided two pistols to Ram Lal and Deepu, which were probably used for firing at the police team chasing them on last Thursday. Sources also revealed that Ram Lal’s Maruti Swift car was also used in the crime in Ludhiana and his accomplice had succeeded in fleeing with the same during the police action. They revealed that Ram Lal had remained unnoticed in the world of crime under the guise of a fortune teller and social activist. Illegal activities of Deepu also remained unnoticed as he was a nursing student. Both Ram Lal and Deepu were unaware of their fate when they came to Ludhiana to execute orders of their immediate master Rakesh, alias Rocky Nehra, to take delivery of the two hand grenades a week ago. Man accused of firing at neighbour over argument in Canal Colony Our Correspondent Ludhiana, November 27 The Marado police have launched a probe into an incident in which a resident of Canal Colony has been accused of opening fire against another resident who had come to complain against reckless driving of the former’s driver at midnight on Wednesday. Mandeep Bassi, the complainant, alleged that the suspect, Mandeep Jindal, instead of reprimanding his driver, had lost temper and opened fire at Bassi when the latter, along with his friend, went to suspect’s residence, following an argument with his driver. Bassi alleged that the driver was driving the vehicle in a rash manner through the residential area about 11.30 pm on Wednesday and threatened to do the same in the future when he was asked to be cautious and slow while passing through the colony. Investigating officer in the case Kulvir Raj said an FIR was being registered and further action would be taken after verifying allegations levelled by the complainant.