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Dharminder Singh Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 29, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth26 June

BirthplacePatiala, Punjab, India

ProfessionAthlete (Kabaddi player)

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

FamilySon - Guru Fateh; Daughter - Noorveer; Brother - Gurwinder Singh

Dharminder Singh Biography

Dharminder Singh was an Indian kabaddi player from Patiala, Punjab. He trained from childhood, represented local clubs and his community, and was killed in

Early life and background

Dharminder Singh was born on 26 June in Patiala, Punjab, India. He grew up in that city and attended Punjabi University in Patiala. Known locally by nicknames such as Pardaan and Bhinda, he stood about 182 cm (6 feet) tall and had black hair.

Career

Dharminder pursued kabaddi from a young age, committing long hours of training—often five to six hours a day—to build strength and flexibility. He began playing at the grassroots level with the Daun Kalan village kabaddi club and took part in local competitions as he developed his skills. Over time he established himself as a professional kabaddi player active in the Punjab region.

Public profile

Singh maintained a public presence on social media, with profiles listed under Dharminder Singh on Facebook and related accounts tied to Punjabi University on Instagram. He was identified with the Jaat community and was active in his hometown of Patiala. At the time of his death he was married and had two children: a son named Guru Fateh and a daughter named Noorveer. He also had a brother named Gurwinder Singh.

Death and aftermath

On 5 April 2022, Dharminder Singh was shot dead near Punjabi University in Patiala. Police reports indicate a clash between groups from Daun Kalan and Theri villages escalated that evening; after an initial confrontation on campus, a meeting between members of the groups moved outside to a roadside dhaba. During that encounter someone opened fire and Singh was killed at the scene.

Authorities stated that several suspects were being investigated in connection with the shooting, and an FIR was registered by Urban Estate police. Police commentary mentioned personal enmity involving a student identified as Harbir Singh, and named other suspected individuals. A video of the incident, reportedly recorded on a phone, circulated online and was being examined as part of the investigation.

The killing of Singh occurred amid wider concerns in Punjab over attacks on kabaddi players; press coverage and political figures linked the incident to a broader pattern of violence affecting the sport. In response to such events, state leadership called for stronger measures against organized gangs and steps to restore public safety.

Latest updates

At the time of reporting in the licensed material, investigators were continuing efforts to identify and apprehend the accused. The case was under police investigation and being handled by Patiala authorities.
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Recent Work

Professional kabaddi player

Played for Daun Kalan village kabaddi club and participated in local competitions; represented his community in regional play.

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Career Highlights

  1. Trained extensively from childhood to become a professional kabaddi player
  2. Represented Daun Kalan village club and competed in local tournaments
  3. Was a known sporting figure in Patiala, Punjab
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dharminder Singh born?

26 June

What is Dharminder Singh known for?

Athlete (Kabaddi player)

What is Dharminder Singh’s marital status?

Married