Shiromani Akali Dal leader Dalvir Singh Kala was shot and injured by an assailant. The incident occurred in Punjab's Mansa district on Monday evening.
Kala, a former Zila Parishad member, was attacked near his shop. Police are investigating the shooting and examining CCTV footage.
Efforts are underway to identify and apprehend the motorcycle-borne attacker.
This story was reported by The Times of India. Read the full coverage at The Times of India.
