Local Sena (UBT) leader dies in Thane after firing by unidentified assailants
Pradeep Purnekar, a local Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, was killed by unidentified assailants in Thane, Maharashtra. Police are currently investigating the incident, exploring potential motives including political rivalry.
Why it matters
The assassination of a political figure highlights ongoing security concerns and political tensions in the region.
Local Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar died in a hospital after unidentified assailants fired two rounds at him besides physically assaulting him in Maharashtra's Thane city on Tuesday (September 29, 2026) night, police said.
Purnekar was the Thane 'vibhag pramukh' or division head of the Uddhav Thackeray-led party, a Sena (UBT) leader said.
The incident took place under the jurisdiction of the Kapurbawdi police station around 9 p.m.
The incident sparked tension in the area and triggered widespread concern among local party workers and supporters.
Following the attack, Purnekar was rushed to Infinity Hospital near R Mall on Ghodbunder Road, where medical personnel immediately initiated emergency intervention, police said.
He sustained serious bullet injuries and died during treatment, according to them.
Upon receiving information about the incident, a police team arrived at the scene to secure the area and collect forensic evidence.
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