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BJP Vice President Shot Dead While Visiting Temple with Family in Vapi

Surat/Vapi : A shocking incident was reported in the Rata area of Vapi in Valsad district, where the Vice President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shailesh Patel, was shot dead. According to...

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May 8, 2023 2 Min Read

Surat/Vapi : A shocking incident was reported in the Rata area of Vapi in Valsad district, where the Vice President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shailesh Patel, was shot dead. According to reports, Patel was visiting a temple with his family for darshan when unknown individuals on a motorbike opened fire at him and fled the scene. The motive behind the attack is not clear, but it is suspected to be due to an old personal enmity.

The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the political community in the region. Patel was a well-known personality and had actively participated in various social and political activities. The news of his death has left his colleagues and supporters in shock and grief.

The police have launched an investigation into the matter and are looking for clues that could lead to the culprits. They have also initiated search operations in the area and are questioning people who might have witnessed the incident. The BJP has demanded a thorough investigation and has urged the police to ensure that the culprits are brought to justice.

The untimely demise of Shailesh Patel has left a void in the BJP leadership in the region. Many of his colleagues and supporters have expressed their condolences and paid tribute to him. The incident is a stark reminder of the growing instances of violence in the political arena and the need for stringent measures to ensure the safety of political leaders and workers.

Patel was shot at while on his way to visit a temple with his family. The incident occurred on an isolated road on an evening. Two individuals fired three rounds at the BJP leader, and he was killed on the spot.

The BJP leader is a well-known personality in the Taluka and has been actively involved in various social and political activities. The news of the attack has sent shockwaves throughout the community, and many political leaders have condemned the incident. The BJP has called for a thorough investigation into the matter, and the police have assured that the culprits will be brought to justice.

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