Salumber BJP District President Chandrashekhar Joshi Receives Death Threat, Police Begin Search for Accused
Udaipur: Salumber BJP district president Chandrashekhar Joshi has allegedly received a death threat amid the ongoing political activity ahead of the Panchayati Raj elections. Joshi informed Superintendent of Police Bishanaram Bishnoi about the incident. Police have recorded his oral complaint and intensified efforts to trace the accused.
According to Joshi, former sarpanch DS Singh called him at 10:32 pm on Tuesday and allegedly threatened to kill him. Joshi was travelling to Jaipur on Tuesday night to attend the BJP core committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday when he received the threatening call.
The accused allegedly wanted Joshi to recommend party tickets for his supporters from Salumber wards 2 and 12. When the matter did not appear to progress, he allegedly threatened the BJP district president with death.
Abusive Language Used During Call
Joshi alleged that the caller also used abusive and offensive language during the conversation. Following the incident, he sought police protection and action against the accused.
The incident has prompted police and administrative officials to take note of the matter amid election-related activities.
Police officials said an investigation was underway based on the complaint. They are gathering information about the accused’s possible whereabouts to trace him. Officials said further action would be taken after verification of the facts.
The report identifies the accused as a history-sheeter associated with Sarada police station.
FAQs
1. Who received the alleged death threat?
Chandrashekhar Joshi, the BJP district president of Salumber, allegedly received the threat.
2. When did the alleged incident take place?
According to Joshi, he received the threatening call at 10:32 pm on Tuesday.
3. Who has been accused of making the threat?
Former sarpanch DS Singh has been accused of making the threatening call.
4. Why did the accused allegedly contact Joshi?
The accused allegedly wanted Joshi to recommend party tickets for his supporters in Salumber wards 2 and 12.
5. Whom did Joshi inform about the incident?
Joshi informed Superintendent of Police Bishanaram Bishnoi.
6. What action has the police taken?
Police have recorded an oral complaint and started efforts to trace the accused.
7. Was abusive language allegedly used during the call?
Yes. Joshi alleged that the caller used abusive language and threatened to kill him.
8. What happens next in the case?
Police are investigating the complaint and gathering information about the accused’s whereabouts. Further action will follow verification of the facts.
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