Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar shot at in UP

June 28, 2023 18:58

Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad was shot at by unidentified assailants in Deoband on Wednesday, the police said.

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

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