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Following a shocking incident where a BJP MLA opened fire at a Shiv Sena faction leader inside a police station, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) spokesperson Clyde Crasto expressed grave concerns about the future of Maharashtra, warning of tumultuous times ahead. The altercation, which unfolded at the Hill Line Police Station in Ulhasnagar, has sparked widespread condemnation and raised questions about the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.
Crasto, speaking to ANI, lamented the escalating tensions between the ruling BJP and Shiv Sena factions, characterizing the situation as a reflection of the breakdown in governance. “The law and order situation in Maharashtra has become very bad. Be it Nagpur, Navi Mumbai, what is our Home Ministry doing? Devendra Fadnavis is a failed home minister,” remarked Crasto, highlighting the need for accountability in addressing the underlying issues contributing to the unrest.
Describing the incident as emblematic of the internal strife within the ruling coalition, Crasto criticized the failure of leadership to uphold the values of public service and governance. “In the police station, a public representative, Ganpat Gaikwad, whose job is to serve the people, is brandishing a revolver, firing at his ally,” stated Crasto, emphasizing the gravity of the situation.
The eyewitness account of the incident, wherein Shiv Sena MLA Mahesh Gaikwad and one of his supporters sustained injuries from five bullets, underscores the severity of the confrontation. Reports indicate that the altercation erupted during a conversation between the two leaders in the presence of senior police officials, highlighting the brazen disregard for law and order.
Mahesh Gaikwad’s injuries have left him hospitalized at Thane’s Jupiter Hospital, further intensifying concerns about the escalating tensions between the two factions. Sudhakar Pathare, Deputy Commissioner of Police, confirmed the ongoing investigation into the incident, shedding light on the underlying enmity between the Gaikwads, which has simmered since last year over legislative candidature disputes.
As Maharashtra grapples with the fallout from this alarming incident, questions linger about the efficacy of governance and the need for swift and decisive action to restore public trust and safety. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the urgent need for reconciliation and dialogue to mitigate political tensions and uphold the rule of law.
