Brutal Attack in Rajasthan: Voice of Democracy Suppressed
A 20-year-old worker, Suraj Mal, was severely beaten in Rajasthan's Chittorgarh district for raising water issues. Attacked by a group of men after flagging problems on social media, Mal is hospitalized with critical injuries. The incident highlights rising concerns over freedom of expression and government accountability.
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In a shocking incident in Rajasthan's Chittorgarh district, a young man, Suraj Mal, was brutally assaulted by a group of men after he raised concerns about local water issues. The attack occurred while Mal was returning home on his motorcycle.
Authorities report that the attackers intercepted Mal's path between Kankariya and Goraji villages, assaulting him with sticks and iron rods. Mal sustained serious leg injuries and was immediately taken to a hospital in critical condition, eventually being transferred to Udaipur for further treatment.
Preliminary investigations indicate that Mal was targeted for sharing videos on social media, highlighting water shortages and demanding action. The assault has ignited political unrest, with opposition leaders labeling it as an attack on democracy and criticising the ruling party's governance in Rajasthan.
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