In a shocking turn of events, flames consumed the Nationalist Congress Party’s campaign headquarters in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, prompting candidate Abhijit Deshmukh to cry foul against political adversaries.
The fire erupted mysteriously in the heart of the city, turning the bustling office into a inferno within minutes. Campaign banners, voter lists, and strategy papers were all lost in the devastation. Deshmukh, addressing a press conference from a temporary setup nearby, labeled it a ‘cowardly act of sabotage.’
‘The opposition is rattled by our growing support. This is their dirty trick to scare us off the campaign trail,’ Deshmukh asserted. He recounted how his team had received anonymous threats in recent days, which they had brushed off as empty bluster.
Fire services responded promptly, but not before the damage was extensive. No casualties were reported, though two volunteers suffered minor smoke inhalation. Investigators are probing multiple angles, including possible foul play involving flammable substances.
The political fallout was immediate. Rival parties condemned the incident but denied any involvement, calling for an impartial inquiry. Meanwhile, Deshmukh’s supporters launched a crowdfunding drive to reconstruct the office, turning tragedy into a rallying point.
This arson-like blaze underscores the high stakes in Maharashtra’s electoral battleground. With accusations flying thick and fast, the Election Commission may step in to calm frayed nerves. Deshmukh remains defiant: ‘We will not be intimidated. The voters will have the last word.’
As forensic teams sift through the debris, the incident has thrust Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar into the national spotlight, highlighting the cutthroat nature of Indian politics.
