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Crime
Petrol bomb attack on BJP leader Dr. Tarsem Garg's clinic in Bathinda linked to Pakistan, fifth suspect arrested
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 09:46 PM
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Police in Bathinda uncovered a Pakistan connection in the petrol‑bomb blast that targeted BJP leader Dr. Tarsem Garg’s clinic and have taken a fifth accused into custody.
Bathinda police announced a breakthrough in the investigation of the petrol‑bomb explosion that set fire to the clinic of Dr. Tarsem Garg, a prominent social worker and BJP leader. The blast, which shocked the city, is now being linked to elements operating from Pakistan, according to the police briefing.
Investigators said forensic analysis of the explosive residue and intercepted communications pointed to a cross‑border network that sought to target the political figure. The probe has led to the arrest of four suspects earlier, and a fifth accused was recently apprehended after a coordinated operation.
Authorities emphasized that the motive appears to be politically driven, aiming to destabilise local leadership. The police have pledged to continue tracking any further links and to ensure the safety of public representatives in the region.
The incident has reignited concerns over cross‑border terrorism in Punjab, prompting calls for heightened vigilance and cooperation between security agencies.
No casualties were reported beyond property damage, and the clinic remains closed pending further safety assessments.
Investigators said forensic analysis of the explosive residue and intercepted communications pointed to a cross‑border network that sought to target the political figure. The probe has led to the arrest of four suspects earlier, and a fifth accused was recently apprehended after a coordinated operation.
Authorities emphasized that the motive appears to be politically driven, aiming to destabilise local leadership. The police have pledged to continue tracking any further links and to ensure the safety of public representatives in the region.
The incident has reignited concerns over cross‑border terrorism in Punjab, prompting calls for heightened vigilance and cooperation between security agencies.
No casualties were reported beyond property damage, and the clinic remains closed pending further safety assessments.