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Maharashtra polls: BJP leader Navneet Rana attacked during election rally in Amravati
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Maharashtra polls: BJP leader Navneet Rana attacked during election rally in Amravati

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A disturbing incident took place in Maharashtra’s Amravati where BJP leader Navneet Rana was attacked and harassed during an election rally in Khallar village. The situation escalated when some individuals started shouting and making derogatory remarks while Rana was giving his speech. As the event progressed, the protesters became more aggressive, leading to a violent confrontation.

According to reports, the BJP leader was addressing the gathering in a peaceful manner when some people started heckling and disrupting his speech from a distance. Despite the interruption, Rana continued his address until he finished his speech and walked off the stage. At this point, the situation turned hostile as the attackers shouted slogans of “Allahu Akbar” and started throwing chairs at her.

In a statement, Navneet Rana recounted the event, saying that while he was trying to leave the venue, the assailants escalated their aggression. “When I got off the stage, they kept abusing me and even spat on me,” she said. “They started throwing chairs at me and my supporters. Chairs were also thrown at the policemen present there. It all happened in front of journalists and locals and it is clearly visible in the videos that have emerged.”

Rana added that she was surrounded by her six bodyguards and personal secretary, who escorted her out of the venue amid the chaos. She alleged that the attackers used caste-based slurs and kept shouting provocative slogans as the attack continued.

Following the attack, Navneet Rana lodged an official complaint at the Khallar police station, demanding the arrest of those responsible for the violence. She warned that unless the authorities take action, there will be widespread protests from the Hindu community in response to the incident.

The incident raised concerns about the safety of political leaders during election campaigns, as well as rising tensions in the region. The police have launched an investigation into the case and efforts are underway to identify and apprehend the suspects involved in the attack.