'Pulled out dagger’: 'Drunk' driver attacks BJP MLA in Assam; 2 home guards injured
A BJP MLA in Assam was attacked by an allegedly intoxicated truck driver who brandished a dagger outside the politician's office. Two home guards were injured during the altercation before police successfully restrained the assailant.
Why it matters
The incident underscores concerns regarding public safety and the vulnerability of political figures to spontaneous violent acts.
GUWAHATI: A truck driver, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, attacked a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA in Guwahati on Sunday in Assam’s Sonitpur district, triggering a major commotion in the area.The incident, which reportedly occurred in the presence of several people, led to a heated confrontation between the driver and the MLA.According to the police, the victim has been identified as Ritu Baran Sarmah, the MLA from Barchalla constituency.“The incident happened outside the MLA’s office, where the truck driver rammed a parked vehicle belonging to the party workers.
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