Right-Wing Preacher Attacks NCP(SP) Leader Over Controversial Remarks in Pune
Right-wing preacher Sangram Bhandare, aides fling ink at NCP(SP) leader Vikas Lawande over Warkari remarks
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Vikas Lawande, spokesperson for the Nationalist Congress Party (SP), was attacked by right-wing preacher Sangram Bhandare and his aides in Pune district, Maharashtra. The incident occurred in response to Lawande's comments about the Warkari movement, leading to demands for police action against the attackers.
- 01Vikas Lawande was attacked by Sangram Bhandare and aides in Pune district.
- 02The attack was in response to Lawande's remarks about the Warkari movement.
- 03Lawande demanded police action against his attackers at Loni Kalbhor police station.
- 04NCP (SP) leaders condemned the violence and called for immediate police action.
- 05The incident raises questions about the government's response to political violence.
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On Saturday, Vikas Lawande, a spokesperson for the Nationalist Congress Party (SP), was allegedly attacked by Sangram Bhandare, a right-wing preacher, in Mhatobachi Alandi, Pune district, Maharashtra. The attack involved Bhandare and a group of 10-15 individuals who reportedly threw black ink on Lawande in response to his remarks regarding the Warkari movement. A video of the incident has circulated widely online, showing Bhandare confronting Lawande about his comments on spiritual leaders. Following the attack, Lawande went to Loni Kalbhor police station to demand the arrest of his attackers, stating he would not leave until action was taken. NCP (SP) leaders, including Maharashtra Youth president Mehbub Shaikh, condemned the incident as a violation of democratic values and called for strict police action. The incident has sparked concerns about the government's handling of political violence, with calls for accountability from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who oversees the home department.
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This incident highlights the rising political tensions and potential for violence in Maharashtra, particularly concerning ideological differences.
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