He had gone to attend a terhavi ritual at a supporter's home. 

The attack occurred when Azad left the spot in his SUV. 

"The assailants were in a car and opened fire on Azad's SUV from the right side. A bullet grazed his abdomen. He has been admitted to a hospital," superintendent of police (city) Abimanyu Manglik said. 

The police sources said the assailants sped away from the spot following the attack. 

Police are investigating the matter. -- PTI