Controversial Video Sparks Legal Action Against Shiv Sena MLA Santosh Bangar

A non-cognisable case has been registered against Shiv Sena MLA Santosh Bangar in Maharashtra's Hingoli district. This follows a video where he purportedly offers incentives to outstation voters. The case involves allegations of bribery. Elections are approaching, amplifying the political tension.

A non-cognisable case has been filed against Shiv Sena MLA Santosh Bangar following a viral video incident. The video purportedly depicts Bangar promising financial incentives to outstation voters via online platforms if they traveled to cast their votes in his Maharashtra constituency.

This legal action took place in Hingoli district after the video was shared by regional news channels. Electoral authorities prompted Bangar to provide an explanation, which he reportedly submitted last week.

As elections loom on November 20 for the state assembly, this case highlights heightened political tensions. Bangar, elected in 2019, is associated with the Shiv Sena faction led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde after the party split.

(With inputs from agencies.)