Election Tensions Escalate: Gunfire at BJP Candidate's Office

In Maharashtra's Thane district, unidentified assailants opened fire at the office of BJP candidate Pawan Walekar, injuring a security guard. The attack, captured on CCTV, escalates tension ahead of local body polls. Security has been heightened, and investigations are ongoing to apprehend the culprits.

In a startling incident late Wednesday, unidentified assailants opened fire at the office of BJP candidate Pawan Walekar in Maharashtra's Thane district, injuring a security guard, police reported.

CCTV footage captured the attack occurring in Ambernath where the upcoming municipal council polls are scheduled for December 20. This has heightened tensions with security measures being reinforced, especially before a public meeting by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

BJP supporters, including former MLA Narendra Pawar, have criticized the police for delayed action despite tipping off about the suspects. Authorities assure a rigorous investigation is underway to ensure no one involved escapes justice.

(With inputs from agencies.)