Who Shot BJP Leader Ramesh Inani in Rajasthan?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Ramesh Inani was shot in a daylight attack.
- The assailant fled the scene on a motorcycle.
- CCTV footage is being reviewed for evidence.
- Authorities are investigating possible motives.
- The local community is in shock and seeking justice.
Jaipur, Nov 11 (NationPress) In a disturbing incident on Tuesday in the Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan, Ramesh Inani, a former BJP secretary for the region, was severely injured following a brazen daylight shooting by an assailant on a motorcycle.
Inani suffered wounds to his back and leg, with one bullet reportedly piercing through his back.
The shooting occurred near the City Petrol Pump, within the jurisdiction of the Kotwali police station. Inani, who was en route to work on his scooter, was swiftly taken to the district hospital.
Due to the nature of his injuries, he has been referred to Udaipur for advanced treatment.
As per Superintendent of Police (SP) Manish Tripathi, the shooter followed Inani on a motorcycle and unleashed two shots after overtaking his scooter at the petrol station. The first bullet impacted Inani in the back and went through.
The second bullet struck his leg, resulting in him falling off his scooter. The entire event was recorded by CCTV, showing the assailant fleeing the scene promptly after the shooting.
SP Tripathi confirmed that police teams were dispatched to the location immediately upon receiving the alert.
The motive for the assault remains uncertain, with investigators considering potential reasons such as personal grudges or business conflicts.
Authorities are currently scrutinizing CCTV footage from the vicinity to identify the perpetrator. Although the license plate of the suspect's motorcycle was unclear, a technical unit is working on tracing it.
Officials express confidence in making an arrest shortly. As news of the shooting circulated, anxiety spread throughout the area. Local MLA Chandrabhan Singh Akya visited the district hospital to meet the injured leader, urging police to apprehend the shooter without delay.
Ramesh Inani, who held the position of BJP city secretary from 2019 to 2022, is also known for running a courier business. He is a recognized figure in Chittorgarh’s political and business arenas. This incident has incited fear in the city, while police maintain that the investigation is ongoing. All CCTV feeds are being analyzed to locate the suspect.