Authorities have apprehended three individuals linked to the banned Sikhs for Justice group for allegedly painting pro-Khalistan slogans on school walls in Punjab. Police investigations suggest these acts were funded from abroad and aimed at inciting unrest. The swift action by Counter Intelligence and local police underscores a commitment to national security and peace within the state.
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