Shiromani Akali Dal Chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Attacked With Sharp Weapon Inside Nanded Gurdwara, Suffers Hand Injury

Shiromani Akali Dal chief and former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked by a Nihang with a sharp weapon, reportedly a kirpan, inside a gurdwara in the Mata Sahib Kaur area of Nanded, Maharashtra, on Thursday.

The incident took place around 11 am, shortly after Badal arrived in Nanded from Punjab on a personal visit. He was provided security as per the scheduled arrangements.

Badal Suffers Minor Hand Injury

Badal suffered a minor injury to his right hand and was taken to a private hospital for treatment. He is currently undergoing treatment at Yashosai Hospital and is stated to be out of danger.

Security Officer Also Injured

Inspector Santosh Kendre, who was deployed as part of Badal's security detail, was also attacked while attempting to protect the SAD chief. He suffered minor injuries in the incident.

The attack took place inside the gurdwara premises.

Attacker Detained

Police detained the alleged attacker shortly after the incident. He is being questioned as police investigate the circumstances and motive behind the attack.

Sukhbir Singh Badal is the son of former Punjab chief minister Parkash Singh Badal.