Kabaddi Player and Sports Promoter Rana Balchauria Shot Dead in Mohali; Third Accused Arrested from Tripura
Kabaddi player and sports promoter Rana Balchauria was shot dead at Mohali’s Suhana Sports Ground on December 15, 2025. Police have arrested the third accused shooter from Tripura. His father Rajeev Rana praises the investigation but questions the mastermind behind the murder, while several personal belongings remain missing as the probe continues.
In a significant development, police have arrested the third accused shooter from the northeastern state of Tripura. The arrest marks another major breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile murder case that has shaken the local sports community and the region.
Rana Balchauria’s father, Rajeev Rana, expressed satisfaction over the progress made by the police and the Punjab administration. He praised the authorities, stating that their work so far has been highly commendable and that the arrest of the third accused has brought some sense of relief to the grieving family.
However, he also raised critical questions regarding the identity of the main conspirator. He asked whether the person responsible for ordering the killing is local or from outside the region, or possibly connected to the sports community such as a player or coach. He emphasized that clarity on the motive and masterminds behind the murder will emerge only after the investigation reaches its conclusion.
According to the family, several personal belongings of Rana Balchauria are still missing, including a gold chain, a gold bangle, his licensed pistol, and his iPhone. Although police have reportedly recovered the pistol during the investigation, it has not yet been handed over to the family.
Authorities continue to investigate all angles of the case, and further revelations are expected as interrogations of the arrested accused progress. The case remains under active investigation, with officials working to uncover the full conspiracy behind the killing.
The incident has deeply impacted the local sports fraternity, highlighting concerns over safety and targeted violence against public figures in sports.

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