New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- Punjabi singer Teji Kahlon was shot in a targeted attack in Canada, with individuals linked to gangster Rohit Godara claiming responsibility.

The assailants, identified as Mahender Saran Dilana, Rahul Rinau and Vicky Phalwan, in a social media post stated that Kahlon had been shot in the abdomen. "We carried out the shooting in Canada at Teji Kahlon. He was shot in the stomach. If he understands, fine. If not, next time we will finish him," the menacing message warned.

The criminal faction alleged that Kahlon had been supplying arms and funds to rival outfits and acting as an informer.

The organisation also issued a stark warning to others, specifically business people, property developers and financial brokers, a...