The body of a 26-year-old pharmacist, missing for two days, was recovered from a canal on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot on Thursday evening, June 25, 2026. The victim, identified as Gulshan, a resident of Jang (Guruharsahai) village, was employed at Amrit Pharmacy in Faridkot and had been staying in a paying guest accommodation in Narayan Nagar.
Recovery and Initial Investigation
Police retrieved the body from a canal near a bridge close to Pipli village on the Faridkot-Ferozepur Road after receiving information. They took possession of the body and initiated an investigation. The family members, who gathered at the spot, alleged foul play and accused a doctor, a close friend of Gulshan, of involvement.
Allegations Against Dr Ayush
According to a complaint filed by the family, on June 22, Dr Ayush, who is reportedly associated with the Civil Hospital in Barnala, came to Faridkot. On June 23, Dr Ayush took Gulshan in his car, after which Gulshan went missing. The family stated that when they tried to contact Gulshan, his mobile phone was unreachable. Later, a friend informed them that Gulshan had drowned in the canal. The family alleges that Gulshan did not drown accidentally but was murdered and his body thrown into the canal to cover up the crime.
Police Statement
Faridkot Senior Superintendent of Police Gurbans Singh Bains said Gulshan worked as a pharmacist and was well-acquainted with Dr Ayush. The doctor had completed his MBBS and MD from Guru Gobind Singh Medical College in Faridkot and had returned to the city two days ago to collect official documents. The two friends had gone out together on the pretext of having food. SSP Bains noted a crucial lapse: Dr Ayush failed to inform the police or authorities about the incident immediately. Acting on suspicion and the formal complaints, the police registered a case against Dr Ayush. No arrest has been made so far, but the matter is being investigated thoroughly, and appropriate legal action will follow as more facts emerge.
