Tragedy Strikes as Goa Congress Leader Dr. Ketan Bhatikar Dies of Snakebite
Dr. Ketan Bhatikar, a respected Congress leader from Goa, has died following a snakebite incident. As the candidate for Ponda by-election, his sudden death has drawn condolences from political figures like CM Pramod Sawant and Arvind Kejriwal, highlighting his commitment to public service and the medical community.
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Dr. Ketan Bhatikar, a prominent Congress leader in Goa, tragically passed away due to a snakebite, police confirmed on Friday.
The incident occurred on Thursday at the Goa-Karnataka border, leading to an outpouring of condolences from political figures, including Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and Arvind Kejriwal.
Bhatikar's sudden demise comes amid legal efforts challenging the canceled Ponda by-election, underscoring his dedication to public service.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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