A shocking news has come out from the Haryanvi music industry. Haryanvi singer and social media artist Ankit Balyan was shot dead in Shamli, UP. It is being told that on Wednesday evening he was leaving the gym and going towards home, when bike-riding attackers opened fire on him. According to the police, the involvement of 3-4 attackers has come to light in the incident.
As soon as the news of Ankit Baliyan's murder came out, there was a wave of mourning among his fans and acquaintances. Ankit is said to be a resident of Bantikheda village of Shamli and was active as a singer and actor in the Haryanvi music industry for the last several years. The song 'Bhari Court Mein Goli Maarenge Meri Jaan' had given him special recognition. Now his public murder has intensified the discussion about his career, popularity and personal life.
Who was Ankit Balyan?
Ankit Baliyan was originally a resident of Bantikheda village in Shamli district of Uttar Pradesh. His village is said to be close to the Haryana border and Panipat area. However, he was working in Haryanvi music industry by living in Sonipat and Rohtak area of Haryana for a long time. Ankit was not only a singer, but he also used to act in music videos. He also had a good presence on social media and had gained recognition among the audience through his songs and videos.
Got big recognition from 'Bhari Court Mein Goli Maarenge Meri Jaan'
Ankit Balyan got the most discussion from his song 'Bhari Court Mein Goli Maarenge Meri Jaan'. After this song, his identity got strengthened in the world of Haryanvi music and social media. The audience liked the style of the song and Ankit's desi Haryanvi look. After this, he emerged as a recognized face in the Haryanvi music industry.
Road show was held in Shamli in 2023
Ankit Baliyan's popularity can also be gauged from the fact that his road show in Shamli in the year 2023 was also discussed. His popularity was continuously increasing in his home area and he was recognized among the youth at the local level.
Along with singing, he was also active in acting.
Ankit Balyan was working as a singer and actor in Haryanvi music videos. His content mainly focused on Haryanvi culture, desi style and music popular among the youth. In the era of social media, he tried to create his own identity through his songs and videos.
Were also preparing for District Panchayat elections
It is being told that Ankit Balyan was also preparing for the District Panchayat elections these days. That means, along with music and social media, his activism was also moving towards local level politics. However, detailed information related to their role and preparations for the elections has not been revealed yet.
The attackers attacked as soon as he left the gym.
Ankit Balyan went to the gym in Shamli on Wednesday evening. According to the police, as soon as they came out of the gym, 3-4 attackers opened fire on them. There was chaos in the area after the incident. It is being told that the attackers fired about 18 rounds. Ankit was seriously injured by the bullet. Police reached the spot and took him to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead.
Who were the attackers and why were they killed?
The reason behind the murder of Ankit Balyan is not clear yet. Police are scanning the footage of CCTV cameras installed nearby and trying to identify the attackers. According to Shamli police, information about the incident was received through dial 112. Many police teams are busy investigating the case. The reason for the murder and the identity of the attackers will become clear only after the investigation progresses.
Ankit Baliyan's murder created a stir
After the public murder of Ankit Baliyan, there is anger among his family and supporters. The family members also blocked the road by keeping the dead body. After the incident, security and police presence was increased in the main market area of Shamli. There is discussion about his murder among people associated with Haryanvi music industry and social media. The sudden murder of an artist who had made his mark in a short time is raising many questions.