In a troubling incident in Ludhiana, Punjab, seven employees of the Machhiwara municipal council were suspended on Tuesday for allegedly assaulting Kuldeep Singh, a retired army personnel, and his son, Sumanpreet Singh. The assault occurred during an anti-encroachment operation near the bus stand on Monday night, where municipal employees confiscated the victims' belongings, including a speaker and weighing machine. Kuldeep Singh reported that when he requested the return of his items, he was verbally abused and subsequently attacked. His son was also assaulted when he attempted to intervene. The police have arrested three of the accused—Sukhwinder Singh, Paras, and Manoj Kumar—and are actively searching for others involved. Multiple charges have been filed against the suspects, including rioting and attempt to murder. The municipal council president, Mohit Kundrat, condemned the actions of the employees and emphasized the need for adherence to legal protocols during such operations. The incident has sparked outrage, with local Sikh organizations calling for further action against the perpetrators.