Punjab: AAP sarpanch shot dead at wedding

In a tragic incident in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, Harbinder Singh, a sarpanch affiliated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was shot dead during a wedding ceremony. This incident marks a troubling pattern of violence in the region, as it is the second such killing of an AAP leader since January 4. The circumstances surrounding Singh's death are still under investigation, with local authorities looking into potential motives and suspects. This violent act has raised concerns about the safety of political leaders in Punjab, a state that has seen a resurgence of political violence in recent years. Community leaders and party officials have condemned the act, calling for swift justice and enhanced security measures to protect elected representatives. As Punjab navigates its complex political landscape, incidents like these underscore the challenges faced by local governance and the need for greater political stability in the region.