Ganesha Idol Sculptor Shot Dead in Jabalpur; Enmity Suspected

A 48-year-old man who made religious statues was shot in Jabalpur.

His name was Babba, also known as Manoj Sonkar.

He had just finished making a statue of Lord Ganesha.

He stepped outside the temporary workshop for a break.

Police said two or three young men arrived on a motorcycle and fired at him.

A bullet struck him in the abdomen.

He was taken to a hospital but later died.

Police suspect an old dispute may be connected to the killing.

Officers are checking cameras and talking to witnesses to find the suspects.