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Punjab Police Detain Injured Suspects in Shooting of Dr. Kamboj

The Punjab government has pledged exemplary punishment for the attackers after the Health Minister’s ICU visit.

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Investigators said after the attack, the assailants sped away on a motorcycle. (HT)

Overview

  • Police detained two injured suspects after an encounter on Sunday and are examining CCTV footage and digital records for further leads.
  • Dr Aniljit Kamboj remains in critical condition in the intensive care unit after a three-hour surgery removed two bullets sustained in the ambush.
  • Investigators say the assailants posed as patients, received examinations, then opened fire and fled on a motorcycle as authorities explore possible extortion motives.
  • Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh visited Dr Kamboj, consulted specialists from DMCH Ludhiana remotely, and assured that the culprits would face exemplary punishment.
  • The victim’s family has appealed for privacy and the Punjab government has bolstered security by mapping hospitals with nearby police stations and forming district monitoring committees for medical staff.