September 20, 2024: A firing incident occurred Friday evening involving the convoy of Congress MLA Pradeep Chaudhury in Panchkula, evening one of his aides injured. The aide, identified as Goldy, sustained two bullet wounds during the attack and has been transferred to PGI Chandigarh for treatment.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the motive behind the shooting may be linked to inter-gang rivalry, as Goldy reportedly has connections to criminal activities. Authorities have not yet confirmed the identities of the attackers, and efforts are underway to ascertain the details surrounding the incident.
Pradeep Chaudhury, a sitting MLA representing the Kalka constituency, was unharmed during the shooting. The incident has raised concerns about security for political figures in the region as police continue their investigations.