Former BJP MLA Atar Singh Bhadana dies after an alleged attack at a stone crusher site in Rajasthanโs Bharatpur district amid a dispute over reopening.
Rajasthan News: Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Atar Singh Bhadana died after allegedly being assaulted during a confrontation linked to the reopening of a stone crusher in Bhonda village, in Rajasthanโs Bharatpur district. According to police, the incident took place on Sunday night when Bhadana visited the crusher site amid an ongoing dispute involving local villagers.
Bhadana and his associate, Gagan Sharma, reportedly sustained serious injuries after being attacked with sticks and stones. Both were taken to hospitals for treatment. Bhadana was subsequently referred to Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur, where he died during treatment.
The incident has raised concerns over the escalating dispute surrounding the crusherโs reopening. Police have deployed additional personnel in the village to prevent further tension and maintain law and order.
Former MLA Atar Singh Bhadana Attacked at Crusher Site
According to Circle Officer Neeraj Bhardwaj, the confrontation occurred on Sunday evening at the stone crusher site in Bhonda village. Bhadana had reportedly arrived at the location when an argument involving villagers escalated into violence.
Police said Atar Singh Bhadana and his associate, Gagan Sharma, were allegedly assaulted with sticks and stones during the incident. Both suffered serious injuries and were rushed to a hospital.
Given the severity of his condition, Bhadana was transferred to SMS Hospital in Jaipur for further medical treatment. However, he died while undergoing treatment. Sharma was referred to a hospital in Bharatpur.
The circumstances surrounding the confrontation and the allegations made by both sides remain central to the police investigation.
Dispute Over Reopening of Stone Crusher
The incident is linked to a prolonged dispute over the proposed reopening of a stone crusher that had reportedly remained closed for around a year.
According to police, villagers had raised objections, alleging that Atar Singh Bhadana had encroached on grazing land and was involved in illegal mining. These allegations contributed to tensions surrounding the crusherโs operations.
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Local residents claimed they had been staging a peaceful protest against the proposed reopening for approximately 10 to 15 days. They alleged that Atar Singh Bhadana arrived at the site on Sunday evening with around 40 to 50 people and attempted to remove the protesters.
The situation reportedly deteriorated following the confrontation, resulting in injuries to Atar Singh Bhadana and Sharma.
These accounts reflect allegations made by the villagers and have not been independently established as facts. The precise sequence of events leading to the violence remains subject to investigation.
Both Sides Accuse Each Other of Assault
Police said that both parties have accused each other of assault in connection with the confrontation. Investigators are expected to examine the circumstances of the incident and the competing claims surrounding the dispute.
The allegations concerning grazing land encroachment, illegal mining and the attempt to reopen the crusher are also significant aspects of the matter.
At present, the available information does not establish responsibility for the alleged assault. Further details about the incident are expected to emerge as the police investigation progresses.
Security Increased in Bhonda Village
Following the incident, additional police personnel were deployed in Bhonda village to maintain peace and prevent any further escalation.
Authorities are monitoring the situation amid concerns that the long-running dispute could lead to additional tensions between the parties involved.
Police also confirmed that Bhadanaโs body had been kept in the mortuary for a post-mortem examination. The examination is part of the process to establish the medical circumstances surrounding his death.
Rajasthan News: Investigation Underway After Former MLAโs Death
The death of Atar Singh Bhadana has brought renewed attention to the dispute over the stone crusher in Bharatpur district. What began as a disagreement over the proposed reopening of a facility has culminated in a fatal confrontation, according to the police account.
As the investigation continues, authorities will need to establish how the confrontation unfolded, assess the allegations made by both sides and determine whether any criminal responsibility can be established.
For now, police have increased security in the village, while the post-mortem examination and investigation are expected to provide further clarity about the incident.
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