Maharashtra: Uddhav Sena leader shot in Mumbai during Facebook Live, dies in hospital

In a shocking incident, Uddhav Sena leader Abhishek Ghosalkar was shot dead in Mumbai allegedly over personal enmity. According to information, three to four rounds of firing took place. Following the incident, Ghoshalkar was immediately taken to Karuna Hospital in Borivali West where he succumbed to his injuries.

Leader attacked during Facebook Live

Ghoshalkar was attacked during a Haldi Kumkum programme while doing a Facebook Live. According to reports, a person named Mauris Noronha opened fire at Ghosalkar before shooting self dead. The accused was known as “Mauriss Bhai” and described himself as a “social worker.” Notably, workers of the Uddhav Sena faction gathered outside the hospital and demanded strict action against the culprits. 

Meanwhile, a police team has reached the spot and the matter is being investigated. 

Sanjay Raut demands CM’s resignation

Uddhav faction leader Sanjay Raut demanded resignation from Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. In a post on ‘X’, Raut wrote, “Goon rule in Maharashtra! Morish Narohna, who shot Abhishek Ghosalkar four days ago, was at the bungalow. The Chief Minister met him.” “Morrish was invited to join the Shinde Sena! Fadnavis is a complete failure as Home Minister! Resign!” he added.

Uddhav Sena demands thorough investigation 

Shiv Sena leader Anand Dubey has demanded a thorough investigation into the matter. “An atmosphere of ‘Jungle Raj’ is being created in the state. Firings are taking place in broad daylight. A thorough investigation should be made into the incident,” Dubey said.

This is the second such incident in the month of January. Earlier, BJP MLA Ganpat Gaikwad allegedly opened fire at Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) faction leader Mahesh Gaikwad at Hill Line Police Station in Ulhasnagar, triggering sharp reactions from the opposition leaders. The BJP MLA is currently in judicial custody.

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