Journalist Shot Dead During Evening Walk, Sparks Outrage Across Media Fraternity
In a shocking incident that has left the media community shaken, journalist Dharmendra Singh Chauhan was shot dead late Sunday night while out on a walk near his home in Luhari village, Jhajjar district, Haryana.
Chauhan, a seasoned journalist known for his dedication to his work, had returned home after his shift and stepped out for a routine walk after dinner. It was during this brief stroll that unidentified assailants attacked and shot him in the head, fleeing the scene immediately after.
The sound of the gunshot alerted nearby residents, who rushed to the location and found Chauhan lying in a pool of blood. He was quickly taken to a hospital in Pataudi and later shifted to a private facility — Ganesh Ji Hospital in Gurugram — due to the severity of his injury. Despite the doctors’ efforts, Chauhan succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
His family, devastated and in disbelief, reported that the gunshot wound to his head had left him in a critical state from the very beginning. They have not been able to identify any possible enemies or suspects.
Following the incident, police and forensic teams reached the scene and began collecting evidence. However, as of now, no breakthrough has been made regarding the identity of the attackers or their motive.
The murder has sparked widespread condemnation from journalists and media organisations, who are calling for immediate justice. Several press bodies have urged the Haryana government and law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure those responsible are swiftly held accountable.
“This is not just an attack on a journalist — it’s an attack on the freedom of the press,” said one media representative. “We demand justice for Dharmendra and safety for all those who work to bring the truth to light.”
As the investigation continues, Chauhan’s family, colleagues, and the wider media fraternity await answers — and justice.
News Source : Information for this article was gathered from a variety of reliable news outlets.
