An inebriated man launched an assault on the convoy of Jan Suraj Party candidate Dr. Vijay Gupta in Ara, Bhojpur district on Wednesday. Dr. Vijay Gupta described the incident as a calculated conspiracy. He remarked that the event is reminiscent of an era of lawlessness, and liquor prohibition exists only on paper.
According to the information received, Dr. Vijay Gupta was out on a campaign trail with his supporters on Wednesday. As his convoy reached Pirauta village, a drunken youth suddenly began hurling stones and bricks at their Scorpio vehicle. The attack shattered the car’s window and left the vehicle severely damaged. The incident caused chaos and escalated tension in the area.
Drunken Assault on the Convoy
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Reacting to the incident, Vijay Gupta asserted it wasn’t merely an act of drunkenness but rather a calculated plot. He stated, 'A miscreant in Pirauta village attacked our vehicle and broke the window.' Dr. Gupta further mentioned that the intoxicated individual was using profane language while mentioning a political party.
Attack is a Deliberate Conspiracy
Dr. Vijay Gupta accused that this attack indicates the opposition's panic over his growing public support. He claimed that rival parties are perturbed by Jan Suraj's popularity, prompting such attacks. This incident reflects the political tensions in the Bihar election atmosphere. The police are progressing with the investigation.
Serious Questions Raised About Prohibition
He raised significant concerns about liquor prohibition, claiming that the incident highlights the law’s failure and the rising addiction trend in villages.
He asserted that the NDA government’s prohibition exists only on paper, reviving memories of lawlessness during the Mahagathbandhan and RJD regime. The public is weary of both administrations and desires change.
