Azdi Awaz, Daily Ajit
January 3, 1992, in Jalandhar, India

Biling, the Amargarh-based correspondent for two Punjab newspapers, Azdi Awaz and Daily Ajit, was picked up by police while traveling by bus to the town of Jalandhar. Although officials denied the arrest, Biling, who is also a human rights activist, was reportedly seen in custody by village elders. Police did not acknowledge his detention, but it is believed that he died in custody.

Medium:Print
Job:Print Reporter
Beats Covered:Corruption, Human Rights, Politics
Gender:Male
Local or Foreign:Local
Freelance:Yes
Type of Death:Dangerous Assignment
Suspected Source of Fire:Government Officials

 

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