Edmonton, Canada – Shock and grief have spread across Punjab after two young Punjabi students were shot dead in Edmonton, Canada. The victims have been identified as Gurdeep Singh (27) of village Barah and Ranveer Singh (18) of village Uddat Saidewala, both located near Budhlada in Punjab’s Mansa district. The tragic incident has left families, friends, and the wider Punjabi community in deep mourning.
According to information shared by relatives and community members, both Gurdeep Singh and Ranveer Singh had travelled to Canada to pursue higher education and build a better future. Gurdeep Singh, 27, was described as hardworking and focused on settling his career through studies, while 18-year-old Ranveer Singh had recently arrived in Canada with dreams of academic success and supporting his family back home.
The shooting has sent shockwaves through their native villages, where news of their deaths spread rapidly. Families in Barah and Uddat Saidewala have been inconsolable, with villagers gathering to express solidarity and sorrow. Residents described the incident as a devastating blow, especially given the young age of the victims and the hopes invested in their education abroad.
Members of the Punjabi diaspora in Canada have also expressed deep concern and grief over the killings. Community leaders have called for a thorough investigation and justice for the victims, while also urging authorities to ensure the safety of international students, many of whom travel far from home in pursuit of education and opportunity.
Canadian authorities have reportedly launched an investigation into the shooting, though further details surrounding the circumstances of the incident have not yet been made public. Families of the victims are seeking clarity and support as they navigate the legal and emotional aftermath of the tragedy.
The deaths of Gurdeep Singh and Ranveer Singh have once again highlighted the vulnerability of international students and the profound impact such incidents have on families thousands of miles away. As Punjab mourns the loss of two of its young sons, calls are growing for accountability, justice, and stronger measures to protect students living abroad.