Chandigarh police use tear gas, water cannons against protesters near Punjab Governor's residence
Police use of force against peaceful protesters raises concerns about suppression of dissent.
On August 15, 2026, Chandigarh police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters who tried to breach barricades during a march towards Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria's residence in Chandigarh. Protesters sought the release of Sikh prisoners like Jagtar Singh Hawara. Simranjit Singh Mann, president of Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar), was detained. Tight security measures were enforced, including multi-layer barricades and Rapid Action Force deployment. The Qaumi Insaf Morcha called for a 'Punjab Bandh' on August 21 to continue the protest.
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— NDTV
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Chandigarh police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters attempting to breach barricades during a march towards the residence of Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria.
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