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Ulhasnagar Railway Station Shooting Claims Life of Local Activist
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Core Event
On Wednesday night, three unidentified assailants approached Harish Gajwani outside the Ulhasnagar railway station complex in Thane district, fired two rounds at his head, and then attacked him with a sharp weapon, killing him on the spot. Police reports place the shooting at approximately 8:30 p.m. The victim was rushed to Central Hospital, where doctors declared him dead.
Background & Context
Harish Gajwani, 54, was a YouTube news reporter and social activist who regularly posted about illegal gutka sales, gambling, and online gambling in Ulhasnagar. He had previously been booked in a 2021 murder case and was out on bail. Residents said he had received threats after exposing these activities and had warned police personnel he accused of involvement. His foster sister, Rajni Thakur, described him as a community-welfare worker who faced intimidation.
Key Figures & Groups
- Harish Gajwani — 54-year-old YouTube reporter and activist, previously linked to a 2021 murder case.
- Sachin Gore — Deputy Commissioner of Police, Zone 4, Thane; overseeing the investigation.
- Sanjay Jadhav — Additional Commissioner, East Region, Thane Police, part of the response team.
- Rajni Thakur — Foster sister of Gajwani, who called for a thorough probe.
Data & Statistics
- Time of incident: around 8:30 p.m. (Wednesday night).
- Victim’s age: 54.
- Prior legal status: one murder case registered in 2021, bail granted.
Official Statements & Responses
- Deputy Commissioner Sachin Gore told reporters that three persons fired two rounds at Gajwani’s head and then assaulted him with a chopper. He said multiple police teams have been deployed to trace the accused and that CCTV footage from the area is being examined.
- Additional CP Sanjay Jadhav confirmed that a formal FIR has been registered against unidentified persons and that forensic experts have conducted a panchnama at the scene.
- Police officials indicated that the motive is not yet confirmed; preliminary information suggests the incident may be linked to an old rivalry, while other investigators are exploring a possible connection to the 2021 murder case.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- No definitive motive has been established.
- Identity of attackers: All sources describe the assailants as unidentified; no arrests have been reported.
- Weapon description: Reports mention both firearms and a “chopper” (sharp weapon), but details on the weapon’s nature remain unclear.
What’s Next
Police have indicated that they will continue reviewing CCTV footage and have deployed additional investigative teams. No specific future dates for arrests or court proceedings have been announced.