AAP MLA Sanjeev Jha Detained During Hunger Strike for Justice in Murder Case
AAP MLA Sanjeev Jha detained during hunger strike for murder victim
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Sanjeev Jha, an MLA from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was detained by Delhi Police while protesting for justice in the murder case of Pandav Kumar, who was shot by a police constable in Uttam Nagar. Jha demands compensation for Kumar's family and a swift trial, vowing to continue his hunger strike until justice is served.
- 01Sanjeev Jha was detained at Dwarka Sector 23 police station during his hunger strike for justice for Pandav Kumar's family.
- 02Jha demands ₹1 crore (approximately $120,000 USD) in compensation and a job for one family member of the victim.
- 03The murder case involves a Delhi Police head constable who allegedly shot Pandav Kumar during an argument over noise.
- 04AAP MP Sanjay Singh criticized the police's actions against the protest, alleging discrimination against people from Purvanchal under BJP rule.
- 05The police have launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred a month ago, but justice has not yet been delivered.
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Sanjeev Jha, an MLA from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was detained by the Delhi Police on Saturday while conducting a hunger strike to demand justice for the family of Pandav Kumar, a 21-year-old who was allegedly murdered by a police constable in Uttam Nagar, Delhi. Jha's protest aims to secure ₹1 crore (approximately $120,000 USD) in compensation and a job for one family member, as well as a swift trial for the accused officer. He stated, 'I will not be intimidated by pressure, nor will I bow to arrest.' Jha has communicated with various officials, including Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but claims no action has been taken to assist Kumar's family since the incident occurred a month ago. AAP MP Sanjay Singh also condemned the police's response to the protest, alleging that being from Purvanchal has become a disadvantage under the current BJP government. The police have arrested a head constable involved in the shooting, which reportedly stemmed from a dispute over noise during a party, and investigations are ongoing.
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The ongoing protest highlights the demand for accountability in police actions and the need for justice for victims of violence, which resonates with local communities affected by similar issues.
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