PATNA, India — Gunmen in Patna shot and killed a 53-year-old BJP functionary in what marks a troubling escalation of violence in the city. The incident occurred on Saturday as Surendra Kewat was working in his field, adding to a grim tally of seven murders reported in the area over the past ten days.
Kewat succumbed to his injuries at Patna AIIMS. According to local authorities, initial findings suggest the assailants fired at close range, striking Kewat in the head. Masaurhi SDPO-II Kanhaiya Singh noted that at the time of the attack, Kewat was alone in the field, and an investigation has commenced to uncover the motives behind the shooting.
The alarming spate of killings has drawn criticism from political figures, including RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, who took to social media to question the state government’s accountability. “Another BJP functionary has been shot dead in Patna! Is anyone in the NDA government ready to confront the truth or acknowledge their failures?” he wrote.
The recent violence has affected various sectors within the city, with high-profile killings such as businessman Gopal Khemka on July 4, school operator Ajit Kumar on July 6, sand trader Ramakant Yadav on July 10, grocery merchant Vikram Jha on July 11, and lawyer Jitendra Kumar Mehta on July 13.
Phulwarisharif MLA Gopal Ravidas visited Kewat’s family at the hospital and expressed his concerns over the increasing criminal activity in Patna. “This pattern of violence must be urgently addressed by those in power,” Ravidas stated, reflecting widespread apprehension over public safety.
The ongoing violence raises critical questions about the effectiveness of law enforcement under the NDA government, as citizens seek reassurances regarding their safety in the face of a rising crime wave. As authorities continue to investigate recent incidents, the community remains on edge, hoping for swift action and justice.
This escalation of violence in Patna comes amid discussions on security governance in Bihar, with calls for more robust measures to tackle crime and protect residents.
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