Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad shot at in UP’s Deoband

SAHARANPUR (UP) — Bhim Army chief Chandra Shekhar Aazad was shot at by unidentified assailants in Deoband on Wednesday, police said.

He had gone to attend a ‘terhavi’ ritual at a supporter’s home. The attack occurred when Azad left the spot in his SUV.

“The assailants were in a car and opened fire on Azad’s SUV from the right side. A bullet grazed his abdomen. He has been admitted to a hospital,” Superintendent of Police (City) Abimanyu Manglik said.

Police sources said the assailants sped away from the spot following the attack. Police are investigating the matter.