SDM, Khadoor Sahib, Sanjeev Kumar Sharma reviewed the situation at the village and spoke with the victim families. (File Photo)The Punjab Police Wednesday said that they booked the sarpanch of Veinpuri, a village in Tarn Taran, for allegedly setting on fire belonging of two Dalit families. Sarpanch Baldev Singh Gora is the brother-in-law of Aam Aadmi Party’s Khadoor Sahib MLA Manjinder Singh Lalpura.As per the a complaint lodged with the police, Gora allegedly reached the house of the two Dalit families over some issue and set their belongings on fire by pouring petrol. Upon receiving information about the incident, SP (Headquarters) Sukhmanninder Singh, SDM Sanjeev Sharma, and other officials reached the spot. The Goindwal Sahib police has recorded statements of the victim families and registered a case against six individuals, including Gora.According to FIR, one Dalbir Kaur said that she lives in the village with her son Lovepreet Singh. Late in the evening, while she was alone at home, Sarpanch Gora, Sukhwinder Singh Sukha, Gurbans Singh Ganji, Jobanjeet Singh, Alu, and three-four unidentified persons, carrying weapons, entered her house. According to the complainant, Gora inquired about her son, who was not at home. On his orders, his associates forcibly entered the rooms, set fire to her belonging by sprinkling petrol they had brought in bottles, and fled. Her relatives arrived after hearing the commotion, and extinguished the fire.Dalbir Kaur added that she learned they had also entered and set fire to the belongings of Sukhdev Singh alias Sonu, son of Shingara Singh, in the village. She explained that a minor dispute had taken place a few days ago between her son Lovepreet Singh and Gora.SP Sukhmanninder Singh, who along with DSP Atul Soni, and SHO Prabhjeet Singh, arrived at the scene, said that a case has been registered against the sarpanch, his five associates, and 2-3 unidentified persons under the relevant sections of SC/ST Act and Arms Act. Former MLA from Khadoor Sahib constituency, Ramnjeet Singh Sikki, met the victims.SDM, Khadoor Sahib, Sanjeev Kumar Sharma reviewed the situation at the village and spoke with the victim families. He said the administration stands with them and is committed to ensuring justice. He informed that upon receiving news of the incident, the civil and police administration sprang into action immediately, and a report was filed based on the victims’ statements. As per the orders of Deputy Commissioner Shri Rahul, the victims will be compensated for their loss. The victim families expressed satisfaction over the prompt action by the civil and police administration.Kamaldeep Singh Brar is a Principal Correspondent at The Indian Express, primarily covering Amritsar and the Majha region of Punjab. He is one of the publication's key reporters for stories involving the Akal Takht, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), and the sensitive socio-political issues of the border districts. Core Beats & Specializations Religious & Panthic Affairs: He has deep expertise in the internal workings of the Akal Takht and SGPC, frequently reporting on religious sentences (Tankhah), Panthic politics, and the influence of Sikh institutions. National Security & Crime: His reporting covers cross-border drug smuggling, drone activities from Pakistan, and the activities of radical groups. Regional Politics: He is the primary correspondent for the Majha belt, covering elections and political shifts in Amritsar, Tarn Taran, and Gurdaspur. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) His work in late 2025 has been centered on judicial developments, local body elections, and religious controversies: 1. Religious Politics & Akal Takht "Akal Takht pronounces religious sentences against former Jathedar Giani Gurbachan Singh" (Dec 8, 2025): Covering the historic decision to hold the former Jathedar guilty for granting a pardon to Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim in 2015. "YouTube suspends SGPC’s channel for a week over video on 1984 Army action" (Nov 20, 2025): Reporting on the digital friction between global tech platforms and Sikh religious bodies. "As AAP govt grants Amritsar holy tag, a look at its fraught demand" (Nov 28, 2025): An analytical piece on the long-standing demand for declaring Amritsar a "holy city" and its political implications. 2. Crime & National Security "Mostly Khalistanis on Amritpal’s hit list: Punjab govt to High Court" (Dec 16, 2025): Reporting on the state government's claims regarding jailed MP Amritpal Singh orchestrating activity from prison. "Punjab man with links to Pakistan’s ISI handlers killed in encounter" (Nov 20, 2025): Detailing a police operation in Amritsar involving "newly refurbished" firearms likely sent from across the border. "15 schools in Amritsar get bomb threat emails; police launch probe" (Dec 12, 2025): Covering the panic and police response to mass threats against educational institutions. 3. Political Analysis & Elections "AAP wins 12 of 15 zones in SAD stronghold Majitha" (Dec 19, 2025): Highlighting a significant shift in the 2025 rural elections where the Akali Dal lost its grip on a traditional fortress. "Tarn Taran bypoll: woman faces threats after complaining to CM Mann about drug menace" (Nov 9, 2025): A ground report on the personal risks faced by citizens speaking out against the illegal drug trade in border villages. "AAP wins Tarn Taran bypoll, but SAD finds silver lining" (Nov 14, 2025): Analyzing the 2025 assembly by-election results and the surprising performance of Independents backed by radical factions. 4. Human Interest "Two couples and a baby: Punjab drug addiction tragedy has new victims" (Nov 20, 2025): A tragic investigative piece about parents selling an infant to fund their addiction. "Kashmiri women artisans debut at Amritsar’s PITEX" (Dec 8, 2025): A feature on financial independence initiatives for rural women at the Punjab International Trade Expo. Signature Beat Kamaldeep is known for his nuanced understanding of border dynamics. 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