MANSA — A sense of panic has gripped the Sardulgarh area of Mansa district following the brazen double murder of a local businessman and his employee on Friday morning, February 27, 2026. The victims, identified as businessman Jasveer Singh and his staff member Baldev Singh, were reportedly shot dead around 10:00 a.m. at Singh’s farmhouse. Local authorities were alerted immediately after the incident, leading to a heavy police presence at the site.
Mansa Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bhagirath Singh Meena reached the crime scene shortly after the report to oversee the initial investigation. Speaking to the media, SSP Meena confirmed that two individuals had been murdered and stated that the police are currently exploring all possible angles to identify the perpetrators. A specialized forensic team was also summoned to the farmhouse to collect vital evidence and analyze the site for potential leads that could explain the motive behind the attack.
The tragedy was first brought to light when family members were informed of the shooting. Satpal Singh, the uncle of the deceased businessman, expressed deep shock and stated that he received word of the incident around 10:00 a.m. He has urgently called upon the Punjab Police to ensure the swift arrest of the assailants. While the specific reasons for the targeted shooting remain unclear, the police are reportedly scanning local surveillance footage and questioning potential witnesses in the surrounding neighbourhood.
The bodies of Jasveer Singh and Baldev Singh have been moved for post-mortem examination as the investigation continues. This incident has raised significant concerns regarding law and order in the region, with local residents demanding increased security measures. Authorities have assured the public that they are working diligently to solve the case and bring those responsible for the violence to justice.
