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Fadnavis promises inquiry against MLA Sanjay Gaikwad over assault incident

Fadnavis promises inquiry against MLA Sanjay Gaikwad over assault incident

Mumbai, July 11 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today said an inquiry will be carried out against Eknath Shinde faction MLA Sanjay Gaikwad in connection with a recent assault incident.
A video of Gaikwad allegedly assaulting a canteen employee at the Akashvani MLA residence in Mumbai had gone viral, sparking public outrage.
Speaking to the media in the state legislature, Fadnavis said that a police inquiry into the incident would take place, even if no official complaint has been filed. He emphasized that a formal complaint is not required for action to be taken in such cases.

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