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Akali Dal chief Badal attacked in Maharashtra’s Nanded; party demands CBI probe
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He suffered a minor hand injury in the attack, say police; he was visiting gurudwaras in Nanded district when he was allegedly attacked with a kirpan
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- Why it matters
- The attack occurred during an official visit to religious sites; the party has called for a federal investigation rather than state police handling, signaling a political dispute over how the incident is treated.
- Most affected
- Akali Dal leadership and supporters — Chief attacked during routine religious visit; party seeks federal investigation into the incident.
- Watch next
- Whether the CBI takes over the investigation or whether state police continue handling it.
Also reported by: The Indian Express
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