Sword attack on Shiv Sena's Sandeep Thapar: Nihang Sikhs shocking open threat video sparks outburst (WATCH)

In a brazen daylight attack that has sent shockwaves through Ludhiana, Shiv Sena (Punjab) leader Sandeep Thapar, 58, was critically injured after being assaulted by a group of Nihang Sikhs wielding swords. The incident unfolded near Civil Hospital as Thapar returned from an event commemorating the death anniversary of NGO Samvedna Trust’s founder, BJP leader Ravinder Arora.

Accompanied by a gunman, Thapar was riding his two-wheeler when the assailants intercepted him. Despite his attempts to engage peacefully, one of the attackers struck him with a sword. CCTV footage captured the harrowing scene as the attackers fled on Thapar's vehicle, leaving him severely wounded.

ASI Sukhwant Singh, Thapar's accompanying officer, rushed him to Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, where he remains in critical condition. The attack, just meters away from a police post, prompted immediate action, leading to the arrest of two suspects identified as Sarabjit Singh Saba and Harjot Singh alias Jota, both from Ludhiana.

Ludhiana Police Commissioner Kuldeep Singh Chahal and Fatehgarh Sahib SSP Ravjot Kaur Grewal confirmed the identities of the attackers as Sarabjit Singh Saba (34), Harjot Singh alias Jota (30), and Tehal Singh Ladi of Amritsar, residing at Nihang Sikhs Chhawni in Shiv Shakti colony.

The incident has stirred political uproar, with accusations leveled at Punjab Police over reduced security measures for Thapar. Shiv Sena (Punjab) chief Rajiv Tandon criticized the trimming of Thapar's security detail shortly before the assault, highlighting concerns about safety amid escalating tensions.

In response to mounting criticism, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann faces calls for resignation from BJP leaders and condemnation from Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu over the deteriorating law and order situation in Ludhiana and beyond.

The shocking nature of the attack has sparked protests and demands for immediate action to restore public confidence in Punjab's security apparatus. As investigations continue into the motive behind the assault, the community awaits answers amidst heightened concerns over safety and justice.

Video showing Nihang Sikhs confessing, the same (like Sandeep Thapar) will happen to whoever speaks about the martyrs, Panth or Sikhs.

Now if this is not a conspiracy against Hindus then what is it?

If they are not pushing Punjab into terror again, then what are they?#Punjab pic.twitter.com/Su64UDECPw

— Ishani K (@IshaniKrishnaa) July 5, 2024

Punjab Shiv Sena leader Sandeep Thapar, who is a descendant of Indian freedom fighter and martyr Sukhdev, was attacked by a group of Nihangs with swords. He is currently in the hospital fighting for his life.

The law & order situation in Punjab is deteriorating day by day. pic.twitter.com/qeSeiscbfy

— Anshul Saxena (@AskAnshul) July 5, 2024

Anybody who speaks against us will have same fate as Sandeep Thapar (Shivsena leader who was stabbed Today) - Nihangs issue open threat

They know that nothing will happen to them... Punjab is also gone!! pic.twitter.com/XMNppsDADQ

— Mr Sinha (@MrSinha_) July 5, 2024

The Nihangs threatened that anyone who speaks against them could end up like Sandeep Thapar, a Shiv Sena leader who was recently stabbed. This raises concerns about safety and law enforcement in Punjab, indicating worries about how such threats are handled. @ocjain4…

— Win Today 🇮🇳 (@ashok0220) July 5, 2024

Respected @HMOIndia if you don’t put these goons in their rightful place, you go against the values and principles given by the great Gurus of Sikhism.

You can be politically correct or you can follow the Gurus. https://t.co/qI81T8mNIi

— हिंदुस्तानी - HINDUstani (@coolfiredeep) July 5, 2024