Tragic loss: Gurpreet Gogi, AAP MLA from Ludhiana, shot dead

Punjab: Ludhiana West Aam Aadmi Party MLA in Punjab, Gurpreet Gogi, had lost his battle at late last night after the head injury through gunshot wound that caused him serious brain damage and critical internal injury. Gogi was rushed to the DMC hospital in Ludhiana post incident where he was pronounced dead. DCP Ludhiana Deputy Commissioner Jaskaran Singh Teja also expressed that early observations are wrong; investigations regarding how this is connected are yet on.

Political life and afterlife

Gogi, one of the influential personalities of Punjab politics, joined Aam Aadmi Party in 2022. Gogi had emerged victorious against the two-time Congress MLA Bharat Bhushan Ashu during the assembly polls in Ludhiana West, thus securing an impressive victory for AAP in this region. His untimely death will create a political void in the life of Punjab.

Backers and protection

As news of Gogi’s death spread, his supporters began gathering outside the DMC Hospital, expressing grief and shock over the loss. In response to the growing crowd, a heavy police force was deployed to maintain order and ensure security. Police officials confirmed that the MLA died due to a gunshot injury but refrained from disclosing details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Reactions from AAP leaders

Aam Aadmi Party has deeply condemned the killing. Amritsar East MLA Jeevan Jyot Kaur came out on microblogging social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to send her condolences stating, "It is not just shocking but is unbelievable too. Our fellow MLA Gurpreet Gogi has left us from this world. Give his soul the peace of Almighty." The party and its leadership are still grieved over a stalwart colleague lost.

Investigations are under way

Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident to uncover the motives and circumstances leading to Gogi’s death. The police have assured the public that updates will be provided as the case unfolds.