FPJ Exclusive: Non-Cognisable Offence Registered Against Shiv Sena (Shinde) MLA Sanjay Gaikwad For Allegedly Assaulting Canteen Staff Member In Mumbai

A non-cognisable offence has been registered against MLA Sanjay Gaikwad for allegedly assaulting a canteen employee in Marine Drive Police Station. The case has been registered under BNS Sections 115(2), 352, and Section 3(5).

Poonam Apraj Updated: Friday, July 11, 2025, 04:48 PM IST
MLA Sanjay Gaikwad booked in Marine Drive Police Station after assault video goes viral | File, X (@TaviJournalist)

MLA Sanjay Gaikwad booked in Marine Drive Police Station after assault video goes viral | File, X (@TaviJournalist)

Mumbai: A non-cognizable offence has been registered against MLA Sanjay Gaikwad for allegedly assaulting a canteen employee in Marine Drive Police Station.

The incident, which recently went viral on social media, prompted action from the police following video evidence and statements from eyewitnesses present at the scene. The case has been registered under BNS Sections 115(2), 352, and Section 3(5).

Police have confirmed that the matter came to light after a video showing Gaikwad allegedly assaulting the worker circulated widely, leading to public outrage and calls for accountability. An inquiry was conducted into the incident before legal action was initiated.

Published on: Friday, July 11, 2025, 04:48 PM IST

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