Crime & Law · India
Former Punjab Deputy CM Sukhbir Singh Badal Attacked in Nanded
Former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a kirpan in Nanded, Maharashtra. The incident occurred near Takht Sri Hazur Sahib. Badal was admitted to a hospital and reportedly underwent examination by doctors in the plastic surgery department. Following the attack, Badal stated he had never been afraid and would never be. The accused Nihang Sikh claimed it was "WahiGuru's order" and provided further reasons for the attack.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Centre (3): Amar Ujala, Nai Dunia, The Lallantop
- Right (2): Dainik Jagran, Punjab Kesari