Breaking: Parvinder Jhota’s post-mortem put off at PGI Chandigarh
Body’s Condition Cited
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, November 6, 2026: The post-mortem examination of anti-drug activist Parvinder Jhota, scheduled to be conducted at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, on Friday, could not be carried out due to the condition of his body, according to information received.
The post-mortem was scheduled following an agreement between Jhota’s family and the Punjab Government. However, the examination was deferred after doctors reportedly found that the body had deteriorated and become stiff.
Jhota was shot dead on October 13, allegedly by medical store owner Ashwani, following a confrontation during a live video interaction. Jhota had been actively campaigning against drug trafficking and raising his voice against drug smugglers.
His family and a committee have been staging a protest seeking justice since the day after his killing. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has also met the family and assured them of justice. The Punjab Government has handed over the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Earlier, a meeting was held between Jhota’s family, Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan and Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian. Following the discussions,