The Hindu National · DistrictNews · 2026-08-28
Ankit Balyan, a Haryanvi singer and YouTuber, was shot dead in Shamli on
Ankit Balyan, a Haryanvi singer and YouTuber, was shot dead in Shamli on Wednesday. CCTV footage shows four men fleeing on two motorcycles after the shooting. Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force and other police teams are actively working to identify four assailants who allegedly shot dead Ankit. His YouTube channel had over 3.68 lakh subscribers, and his songs drew millions of views. CCTV footage reveals four shooters fleeing to Haryana after the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan, sparking political backlash.
Why it matters. Why it matters: Ankit Balyan, a Haryanvi singer and YouTuber, was shot dead in Shamli on Wednesday.
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