Restaurant Owner Denies Beef Rumours Amid Nagpur Audi Accident Controversy

The owner of Lahoree Deluxe Bar and Restaurant in Nagpur refuted allegations of serving beef and addressed an incident involving Nagpur BJP president's son, Sanket Bawankule, linked to a recent Audi accident. Police investigations continue as the community awaits further forensic reports.

The owner of Lahoree Deluxe Bar and Restaurant in Nagpur clarified on Tuesday that four people visited his establishment, consumed drinks, and left shortly before the Nagpur Audi accident occurred. "Four people had come to the restaurant, and after having some drinks, they left, which then led to the accident," he stated.

Dismissing rumours about serving beef, Sameer Sharma added, "Our menu can be checked. When it's not on the menu, how has this beef issue come? I will file a defamation case and go to court against anyone spreading this false information." The rumours emerged after Maharashtra BJP president Chandrashekhar Bawankule's son, Sanket Bawankule, was connected to the Audi accident, sparking political controversy.

Nagpur Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Rahul Madane confirmed on Tuesday that Sanket Bawankule admitted to being in the car involved in the crash in Nagpur's Ramdaspeth area. The incident occurred at 12:30 am on September 9, when a white Audi, registered in Sanket's name, allegedly collided with several vehicles. DCP Madane said, "We have questioned all three occupants of the car. We arrested the driver, Arjun, but he was later granted bail as it was a bailable offence." He mentioned that medical samples of the occupants were sent for forensic analysis, and the report is awaited.

Madane reported that the car's number plate was found inside the vehicle. "Three people were in the car: Arjun Hawre, Sanket Bawankule, and Ronit Chittamwar. They (the injured) were found to be normal after a medical examination, with no serious injuries detected. Sanket Bawankule confessed that he was in the car." The Audi reportedly hit two cars and a two-wheeler, showing significant damage in photos.

Earlier, Maharashtra BJP president Chandrashekhar Bawankule urged for fair action, stating, "Whether the car is in the name of my son or a criminal, proper action should be taken against them. The police have given me the primary information. Justice should be equal for all."(ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)