A 350-page chargesheet has been filed in the court of judicial magistrate Sangam Kaushal concerning the murder of kabaddi promoter Rana Balachauria, which occurred at Sohana on December 15 of last year. The document details the alleged roles of seven accused individuals and the evidence supporting the investigation into the shooting that took place during a kabaddi tournament.
Details of the Investigation
According to the chargesheet, Karan Pathak, identified as the primary shooter, was killed in an encounter with law enforcement following the incident. Aditya Kapoor alias Makhan, the second shooter, remains at large.
Several individuals are accused of providing logistical and operational support. Tarandeep Singh, a sociology postgraduate, is accused of coordinating movements. Sukhsherpal Singh alias Akash Uppal, a relative of gangster Amarjit Khabba, allegedly arranged hideouts in Sunny Enclave and supplied mobile phones. Davinder alias Tinka, a cab driver, purportedly assisted the assailants in fleeing across state lines.
Mandeep Singh Mona, Gagandeep Singh, Akashdeep, Arshdeep, and Jugraj are also named in the chargesheet, accused of conducting reconnaissance and providing ground-level intelligence.
Evidence Presented
Investigators have included CCTV footage from Sector 79 and an apartment in Sunny Enclave, where the assailants allegedly regrouped, as part of the evidence. Forensic reports on bullet shells and recovered weapons are also included.
The police have also documented the role of Harpinder Singh alias Middi, who investigators believe acted as a link between the shooters and individuals abroad. Middi was killed in a police encounter in Lalru shortly after the incident, and his call records and chats are central to the prosecution’s claim of a coordinated, multi-level operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Rana Balachauria?
Rana Balachauria was a kabaddi promoter who was murdered at Sohana on December 15 of last year.
How many people have been charged in connection with the murder?
The chargesheet names seven accused individuals.
What evidence is being used in the prosecution’s case?
The prosecution is using statements from 55 witnesses, CCTV footage, and forensic reports on bullet shells and weapons.
As the case proceeds, further details regarding the alleged coordination and motives behind the murder will emerge. The outcome of the trial and the pursuit of Aditya Kapoor alias Makhan remain key developments to watch.
