LUCKNOW, Oct. 3 -- The investigation into the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan, 32, in Shamli has led police to a Sonipat resident, Sujal, who allegedly supplied pistols, country-made firearms and a motorcycle to the two shooters later killed in a police encounter, officials said.

Shamli superintendent of police (SP) Narendra Pratap Singh said police teams were conducting raids at Sujal's possible hideouts, including in Sonipat, and efforts were on to arrest him. "Sujal's arrest is being actively pursued. His questioning is expected to shed light on the conspiracy, procurement of weapons and vehicle, and the links between the accused," the SP said.

According to police, Sujal's name surfaced during the interrogation and investigati...