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CBI Deploys Team to Investigate Zota Murder Case in Mansa, Punjab
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 04:16 PM
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CBI officials arrived in Mansa to probe the Zota murder case after meeting the Home Minister’s family, marking the start of a comprehensive investigation.
CBI officials reached Mansa district in Punjab on Monday to begin an inquiry into the so‑called Zota murder case, which has drawn national attention. The team met with the family of the state’s Home Minister before commencing the probe, underscoring the case’s high profile.
The investigation will involve forensic examination of the crime scene, collection of evidence, and interviews with witnesses and local residents. CBIC investigators are also coordinating with Punjab Police to trace the victim’s identity and uncover any potential motives.
Officials have assured the public that the inquiry will be thorough and impartial, with findings to be reported to the state government and, if necessary, to higher authorities. The CBIC has not yet released a timeline for the investigation’s completion.
Local authorities remain on alert as the probe progresses, with additional resources allocated to support the CBIC’s efforts in Mansa.
The investigation will involve forensic examination of the crime scene, collection of evidence, and interviews with witnesses and local residents. CBIC investigators are also coordinating with Punjab Police to trace the victim’s identity and uncover any potential motives.
Officials have assured the public that the inquiry will be thorough and impartial, with findings to be reported to the state government and, if necessary, to higher authorities. The CBIC has not yet released a timeline for the investigation’s completion.
Local authorities remain on alert as the probe progresses, with additional resources allocated to support the CBIC’s efforts in Mansa.