Bodyguard of MLA Mahendra Thorve Assaults Driver in Neral

In a recent incident in Neral, Maharashtra, a video surfaced showing the bodyguard of MLA Mahendra Thorve violently assaulting a car driver in broad daylight. The footage, shared by Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, depicts a middle-aged man, identified as 'Shiva', attacking the driver with a rod while a woman, presumably the victim's family member, pleads for help. This alarming event has raised serious concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. Uddhav Thackeray criticized the current government, led by Eknath Shinde, for failing to address the increasing incidents of hooliganism and violence. He emphasized that the incident is not isolated to Karjat, where Thorve serves as the sitting MLA, but reflects a broader trend of rising criminal activities across Maharashtra. Thackeray's remarks highlight the growing frustration among citizens regarding their safety and the government's inaction. Despite the public outcry and the video gaining traction on social media, there has been no official response from the government or law enforcement regarding the incident. This silence has further fueled public skepticism about the authorities' commitment to maintaining law and order. The incident has sparked discussions about the accountability of public officials and their associates, as well as the need for effective measures to combat rising crime rates in Maharashtra. The MVA leaders have called for the resignation of Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis, citing his failure to ensure safety for the citizens, thereby intensifying the political discourse surrounding law enforcement in the state.