SDM roughed up in Mandi

The SDM of Mandi Sadar, Om Kant Thakur, was assaulted while he was conducting an inspection in the Bindravani area of Mandi district.

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According to Mandi SP Sakshi Verma, the officer was confronted by one person Hira Lal, who was reportedly drunk at the time of the attack. The assailant physically assaulted the SDM. The officer reported the incident and law enforcement agency swiftly responded to the scene. The SP said that the accused Hira Lal has been apprehended and investigation is underway to determine the details and the motive behind the attack. "A case is being registered against the assailant. Further legal action will be taken as the investigation progresses," the SP said.

The SP stated that the person, who assaulted the SDM, was not part of mining mafia or indulging in mining in the area.