Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad allegedly assaulted a canteen worker over poor food in the Maharashtra Assembly canteen. The incident's video went viral. Police have decided to register a case.
Maharashtra: The case of alleged assault by Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad on a canteen worker in the Maharashtra Assembly canteen is gaining momentum. The video of the incident has gone viral on social media, showing MLA Gaikwad slapping an employee. There is b resentment over this incident among the general public as well as in political circles.
Food was bad, but behavior inappropriate: Shinde
After the incident, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde have condemned the MLA's conduct. Shinde clearly stated that the MLA should have lodged a complaint, not resorted to violence. He said that Gaikwad was upset over the quality of food being served in the canteen, but this method was inappropriate and unacceptable.
Police may register a case
After the matter gained prominence, the police have now decided to register a case against Sanjay Gaikwad. According to sources, a case can be registered under relevant sections, using the viral video as evidence. If this happens, the MLA's legal troubles could increase.
The incident took place in the Assembly
The entire incident took place in the Maharashtra Assembly canteen, where the MLA was having his meal. It is reported that Gaikwad was upset with the quality of the food and got into an argument with the canteen employee in anger. During this, he slapped him, which was captured on camera, and the video went viral on social media.
Chief Minister Fadnavis expressed displeasure
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has also objected to the MLA's behavior. He said that such incidents indicate a misuse of the rights and power of MLAs. Fadnavis said that the public expects better behavior from such leaders. He assured that appropriate action would be taken in this matter.
Caterer's license suspended
Following the incident, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also conducted an investigation. Upon finding violations of food safety standards, the license of the Assembly canteen caterer was suspended. This means that the complaints about the quality of the food were found to be true, but questions are being raised about the MLA's reaction.
