Patiala: Tensions escalated in Punjab as police forcibly removed computer teacher Jony Singla from his fast-unto-death protest late last night, admitting him to Rajindra Hospital due to deteriorating health. The move has drawn sharp criticism, with protesters questioning the democratic principle: “How can someone be forcibly picked up from a peaceful protest?”

The Computer Teachers Hunger Strike Struggle Committee vowed to continue their 120-day-long agitation, with another protester, Ranjit Singh, beginning his own hunger strike.

Key demands include reassignment to the Education Department, salary adjustments under the Sixth Pay Commission, revised Dearness Allowance, and revocation of controversial new service rules.

Protesters plan to intensify their actions, including demonstrations at the Education Minister’s residence, as the state government remains silent on the matter.