FIR registered in UP for attack on Bhim army chief Chandrashekhar Azad

The Uttar Pradesh Police have taken action in response to the attack on Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Azad by lodging a First Information Report (FIR) at the Deoband police station in Saharanpur district.

The incident took place on June 28 when unidentified assailants shot at Chandrashekhar Azad in the Deoband area. Chandrashekhar Azad, the leader of Aazad Samaj Party, was hospitalized following the shooting, but his condition is now reported to be stable, according to the police. The FIR has been filed based on a complaint filed by Chandrashekhar's associate, Manish Kumar.

The FIR includes charges under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) Act, along with charges of attempted murder against the attackers. The armed men targeted Mr. Azad's convoy in the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh. In light of the incident, the Bhim Army chief has appealed to his friends and supporters across the country to maintain peace.

Expressing his thoughts on the attack, Chandrashekhar Azad said, "I did not expect such a sudden attack. I want to appeal to my friends, supporters, and workers across the country to maintain peace. We will continue our fight constitutionally. I am fine with the love and blessings of crores of people." He shared these sentiments with ANI from the hospital where he is currently being treated.

Abhimanyu Manglik, Superintendent of Police (City), Saharanpur, stated that he has met and spoken with Chandrashekhar Azad, who is expected to be discharged after a checkup on Thursday. The official assured that the investigation is ongoing, and the individuals responsible for the shooting will be apprehended soon.

"The bullet grazed his stomach. His condition is stable, he is out of danger. Police will investigate the matter and will take all the necessary action," stated SSP Saharanpur Dr. Vipin Tada. Chandrashekhar Azad mentioned that his younger brother was also present in the car during the incident. While he doesn't recall the details clearly, his associates were able to identify the assailants. The attackers' vehicle headed towards Saharanpur, prompting Mr. Azad's group to take a U-turn.

At the time of the incident, five individuals, including Chandrashekhar Azad's younger brother, were in the car.