Mumbai Shocker: BJP MLA Parag Shah Slaps Auto-Rickshaw Driver in Ghatkopar Over Traffic Violation; Video Sparks Outrage
A BJP Member of Legislative Assembly in Mumbai is under scrutiny after a video surfaced online showing him slapping an auto-rickshaw driver following a traffic dispute, sparking widespread condemnation and calls for action.
Mumbai, December 21: A video allegedly showing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Parag Shah slapping an auto-rickshaw driver during a confrontation in Mumbai’s Ghatkopar East has gone viral, sparking widespread outrage on social media. According to a News18 report, the incident occurred while Shah was participating in a local protest against traffic congestion and illegal hawkers in the area. The MLA allegedly stopped the auto-rickshaw after it was found driving on the wrong side, which led to a heated argument. The confrontation allegedly escalated into physical assault, with the moment captured on camera by a bystander. The viral footage has triggered sharp criticism online, with users accusing the legislator of misusing power and calling the alleged act unacceptable for an elected public representative. Activists and citizens have demanded immediate action against the MLA.
BJP MLA Slaps Auto-Rickshaw Driver Over Traffic Violation
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