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Shiv Sena Leader Mangat Rai Shot Dead in Punjab

CosmicTaco · 2025-03-15T10:24:04.937001+05:30

- Late Thursday night, Mangat Rai, the Moga district president of Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, was shot dead. - Punjab Police arrested three suspects after an exchange of fire in Muktsar district. - A 12-year-old boy was also injured in the attack; Manga was declared dead at the hospital. - The incident is suspected to be a result of political rivalry, with attackers sharing a video claiming responsibility. - Protests erupted demanding justice, with promises of support from local authorities. Source: [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/punjab-3-arrested-for-shiv-sena-leader-s-murder-in-moga-12965329.html), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/punjab-3-arrested-after-brief-shootout-in-shiv-sena-leader-s-murder-case-in-moga-101742009570152.html), [Times Now News](https://www.timesnownews.com/india/shiv-sena-leader-shot-dead-by-bike-borne-assailants-in-punjabs-moga-accused-on-the-run-article-119029014), [News 18](https://www.news18.com/india/shiv-sena-leader-chased-on-bike-while-grocery-shopping-shot-dead-in-punjab-minor-boy-injured-9261995.html)

Late Thursday night, Mangat Rai, the Moga district president of Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, was shot dead.
Punjab Police arrested three suspects after an exchange of fire in Muktsar district.
A 12-year-old boy was also injured in the attack; Manga was declared dead at the hospital.
The incident is suspected to be a result of political rivalry, with attackers sharing a video claiming responsibility.
Protests erupted demanding justice, with promises of support from local authorities.

Source: Moneycontrol, Hindustan Times, Times Now News, News 18