State of Punjab vs Chatarvir Singh alias Kamal Arora and others

Timeline

1. 28 Oct 2026News

   Ludhiana: Two councillors booked for burning effigies of CM, mayor and AAP MLA

   Those booked include Shiromani Akali Dal councillor Chatarvir Singh, alias Kamal Arora of Ward 20, BJP councillor Gauravjit Gora of Ward 80, Rohit Mehta, Sukhdev Kala and several unidentified persons

   Hindustan Times

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Two city councillors and others were officially recorded as suspects by police for burning effigies.

   Who:

   The suspects include councillor Chatarvir Singh, councillor Gauravjit Gora, Rohit Mehta, Sukhdev Kala, and unidentified persons. The agency involved is the Ludhiana Police.

   When:

   Reported on 28 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Ludhiana, Punjab.

   Why:

   They are accused of burning effigies representing the Chief Minister, the mayor, and an Aam Aadmi Party legislator.

   What it means:

   The police have opened a formal investigation into the actions of the named individuals.

2. 28 Oct 2026Filing

   Ludhiana News: Ravana Dahan was performed with posters of CM, MLA, and Mayor, FIR registered

   Amar Ujala

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   People burned effigies of the Chief Minister, a politician, and the mayor during a public event.

   Who:

   The State of Punjab is the complainant, and Chatarvir Singh, alias Kamal Arora, is an accused person.

   When:

   Reported on 28 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Ludhiana, Punjab, at the local police station.

   Why:

   An official complaint was filed because protestors used posters of government leaders during a burning ritual.

   What it means:

   The police have registered a formal report to begin an investigation into the matter.