Chandigarh: Qaumi Insaaf Morcha to march to governor’s house
Police used tear gas and water cannons after protesters tried to break barricades while demanding parole for Sikh prisoners, including Jagtar Singh Hawara.
- On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Chandigarh Police used tear gas shells and water cannons to disperse Qaumi Insaaf Morcha protesters attempting to march toward the residence of Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria.
- The Qaumi Insaaf Morcha has maintained a siege at Sector 52-53 in Chandigarh and YPS Chowk in Mohali since January 7, 2023, demanding release of 'Bandi Singhs' including Jagtar Singh Hawara, Balwant Singh Rajoana, and Devinderpal Singh Bhullar.
- Authorities deployed Rapid Action Force personnel, multi-layer barricades, and drones to seal border points, while police detained Shiromani Akali Dal president Simranjit Singh Mann near the Punjab Governor's residence.
- Morcha leaders claimed the march was intended to be peaceful, and the group called for a 'Punjab Bandh' on August 21 to press for release of Sikh prisoners.
- SAD president Giani Harpreet Singh questioned, "Are Sikhs not residents of this country?" arguing that if the Constitution is equal for all, Sikhs should receive equal rights.
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Chandigarh: Qaumi Insaaf Morcha Protesters Marching Towards Punjab Governor's House Dispersed with Tear Gas, Water Cannons
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Some protesters attempted to remove barricades and barbed wire, and some others tried to pull them down using a tractor as they attempted to proceed towards the residence of the Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria in Chandigarh. India News | Chandigarh: Qaumi Insaaf Morcha Protesters Marching Towards Punjab Governor's House Dispersed with Tear Gas, Water Cannons.
Chandigarh tense as march seeking Beant Singh assassin release turns violent
Chandigarh police on Saturday used tear gas shells and water cannons to disperse protesters who tried to breach barricades during a march towards Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria's residence, seeking the release of Sikh prisoners, including Jagtar Singh Hawara, who is serving a life sentence for the assassination of then Punjab chief minister Beant Singh in 1995.
Tear gas, water cannons used against Qaumi Insaf morcha protesters, Punjab Bandh call on August 21
Some protesters attempted to remove barricades and barbed wire, and some others tried to pull them down using a tractor as they attempted to proceed towards the residence of the Punjab Governor at the Lok Bhavan in Chandigarh
Chandigarh Police use tear gas, water cannons as march to guv's residence turns tense
Amid escalating tensions, law enforcement deployed tear gas and water cannons to scatter protesters intending to reach the Governor's residence. Clad in solidarity, attendees attempted to breach police barricades while advocating for the release of Sikh prisoners. The march, led by the Qaumi Insaaf Morcha, found support from multiple Sikh organizations, showcasing the strength of their campaign for the freedom of 'Bandi Singhs' at the Chandigarh…
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