Mumbai Police To Register Case In opposition to Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad After ‘Slapgate’ | India Information
Mumbai Police is within the means of registering a case towards Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad after a row had erupted over an alleged video that surfaced of him slapping a canteen employee in Maharashtra’s capital metropolis over poor high quality meals. He additionally reportedly refused to apologise and mentioned that he had “no regrets” for his actions.
ANI reported that taking suo motu cognisance, Mumbai Police’s Marine Drive police station is registering the case towards MLA Gaikwad.
Earlier, chatting with reporters, Shiv Sena MLA had mentioned that the meals within the canteen was akin to poison.
“I cannot apologise. Regardless of the CM and Deputy CM mentioned is their responsibility. I respect their phrases, however additionally they mentioned that there must be an inquiry into the lodge. I’ve no regrets. I used to be about to eat poison; others can not perceive this, so I’ve no regrets for what I did,” he mentioned.
‘Slapgate’ Video And Aftermath
A video of Gaikwad allegedly slapping a canteen employee went viral on social media. The Shiv Sena MLA from Buldhana accused the Akashwani canteen of serving poor-quality meals and mentioned that the employees weren’t listening to his complaints.
In response to MLA’s complaints, the state’s Meals and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the license of Ajanta Caterers, the supervisor of the Akashwani canteen.
Meals and Drug Administration (FDA) officers took meals samples from the Akashvani MLA canteen.
“Samples of paneer, Schezwan chutney, oil, and toor dal have been taken. These will likely be despatched to the lab, and the report will are available 14 days,” ANI quoted an FDA official.
Maharashtra CM’s Response
In the meantime, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday condemned the alleged assault incident involving the MLA, and talking within the State Legislative Council, Fadnavis said that such behaviour is unacceptable and never honourable.
CM Fadnavis additionally emphasised that Gaikwad’s actions as an MLA have tarnished the status of all legislators. He additionally highlighted the necessity for accountability amongst public representatives.
(with ANI inputs)
