Breakthrough in Kabaddi Murder Case: Shooter Arrested

Punjab Police arrested Aditya alias Makhan in Tripura for allegedly shooting kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh, known as Rana Balachauria, during a tournament in Mohali. The arrest, part of a coordinated effort with central and Tripura Police, marks significant progress in tackling organized crime.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chandigarh | Updated: 04-05-2026 13:57 IST | Created: 04-05-2026 13:57 IST
Breakthrough in Kabaddi Murder Case: Shooter Arrested
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In a significant development, Punjab Police has successfully arrested Aditya alias Makhan, suspected to be involved in the high-profile murder of kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh, also known as Rana Balachauria. This arrest was made in Agartala, Tripura.

Rana Balachauria was tragically shot during a kabaddi tournament in Mohali on December 15, 2025. The Punjab Police's Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), in collaboration with central agencies and Tripura Police, executed the arrest, as confirmed by DGP Gaurav Yadav.

The accused reportedly acted under the direction of foreign-based handlers and had been evading capture until now. With this arrest, law enforcement agencies have made significant progress in the ongoing battle against organized crime networks.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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