Attack on Congress Office Sparks Massive Manhunt in Chhattisgarh
An attack at a Congress office in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur district left two injured. Three masked attackers opened fire, targeting local vice-president Nitesh Singh. Although Singh was unharmed, his uncle and brother were injured. The police have launched a manhunt and initiated an investigation into the motive behind the attack.
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A shocking incident unfolded in Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur district as two individuals were injured in a brazen attack at a Congress office. The assault took place in Masturi town and targeted local Congress vice-president, Nitesh Singh.
Three masked assailants, arriving on a motorcycle, unleashed a volley of 10 to 12 rounds. While Singh miraculously escaped unharmed, his uncle, Chandrakant Singh Thakur, and brother, Raju Singh, were not as fortunate, sustaining injuries to their leg and arm respectively.
The motive for this attack is yet to be determined, with possibilities ranging from old enmity and political rivalry to personal disputes. Authorities have initiated a widespread manhunt for the attackers, employing forensic and cyber units. Local police stations and neighboring districts have also been put on high alert.
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