Victory Turns to Flames: Shivaji Patil's Fiery Celebration Incident

Independent candidate Shivaji Patil and several women were injured in a fire during his victory celebrations in Chandgad. A viral video shows the blaze sparked by falling 'gulal' onto 'aarti' flames. Patil had successfully defeated NCP's Rajesh Patil by a margin of 24134 votes.

In a tragic turn of events, Shivaji Patil, who emerged victorious from the Chandgad assembly constituency, was injured during his victory celebrations when a fire broke out, an eyewitness reported. The incident also left several women injured, casting a shadow over the festivities.

A video that has swiftly garnered attention on social media reveals that the blaze was triggered when a large quantity of 'gulal' inadvertently fell from a crane onto the 'aarti' plates being used by the women to honor Patil at Mahgaon. The blaze resulted in burns to Shivaji Patil and others present at the scene.

Patil's victory was significant, securing a win over NCP's Rajesh Patil with a substantial margin of 24134 votes in the Chandgad constituency, located in western Maharashtra. The celebrations, however, were marred by the unforeseen mishap, drawing widespread attention online.

(With inputs from agencies.)