Shock and grief have gripped the Punjabi community in Canada after a tragic shooting incident on Tuesday afternoon. Binder Garcha, a 48-year-old businessman originally from Punjab, India, was shot dead in Surrey, British Columbia.
Details of the Shooting
Police reports confirm that Garcha was shot near Ghuman Farms in Surrey. The Surrey Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has taken charge of the case. Investigators have already discovered a burnt vehicle which they suspect is connected to this crime. They are examining all evidence to determine the motive behind the killing.
Who Was Binder Garcha?
Binder Garcha hailed from Mallan Bedian village near Nawanshahr in Punjab's Jalandhar district. He had built a successful business career in Canada. Garcha owned Studio 12 and a banquet hall, establishing himself as a well-known figure in wedding photography and videography. His sudden death has left family, friends, and clients in deep mourning.
Community Concerns Rise
This incident has raised serious concerns within the Punjabi community in Canada. Many feel that prominent businessmen of Punjabi origin are becoming targets. Several similar attacks have occurred recently, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty.
Pattern of Violence
The shooting of Binder Garcha is not an isolated event. In October 2025, another prominent Punjabi-Canadian businessman, Darshan Singh Sahsi, was shot dead outside his home in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Sahsi, 68, originally from Rajgarh near Doraha in Ludhiana, served as president of Canam International, a major global clothing recycling company.
Earlier, on June 11 last year, Satwinder Sharma, a 57-year-old Punjabi-origin businessman, was fatally shot in his office in Surrey. Sharma had operated a workforce supply company for 33 years and was highly respected in the local Punjabi community.
Ongoing Investigations
Authorities are actively investigating all these cases. The burnt vehicle found near Garcha's shooting site may provide crucial clues. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward to help solve these crimes and prevent further violence.
The Punjabi community in Canada remains on edge as they await answers. Many are calling for increased security measures and thorough investigations to protect community members and restore a sense of safety.
