Unidentified Assailants Attack Withdrawn Candidate

Sushma Devi, 48, was allegedly attacked by two unidentified men while returning home after withdrawing her nomination for the panchayat pradhan elections. An FIR has been filed, and police have launched an investigation into the incident that occurred in the Sunni area.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Shimla | Updated: 16-05-2026 16:38 IST | Created: 16-05-2026 16:38 IST
Unidentified Assailants Attack Withdrawn Candidate
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A 48-year-old woman, Sushma Devi, was reportedly assaulted by unknown assailants in the Sunni area on Friday evening. The incident unfolded as Devi was returning home after withdrawing her candidacy for the local panchayat elections.

The attack involved two men who appeared from nearby bushes, inflicting injuries on Devi, law enforcement sources confirmed. An FIR has been filed against the unidentified perpetrators, and authorities have commenced an investigation into the case.

Police officials have urged any witnesses or individuals with pertinent information to come forward as they continue to probe the motive and the identities of those responsible for the assault.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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