Akali Dal Chief Sukhbir Badal Injured in Attack in Nanded, Two Suspects Detained
Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of the Shiromani Akali Dal, sustained a hand injury in an attack by two individuals in Nanded, Maharashtra. Two suspects have been taken into custody.
Key takeaways
- Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked in Nanded, Maharashtra on August 13, 2026.
- Badal sustained a minor hand injury during the incident.
- Two suspects, reportedly dressed as Nihang Sikhs, have been taken into custody.
- A kirpan is believed to have been used in the attack.
- A police inspector also sustained injuries while intervening.
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal was injured on Thursday, August 13, 2026, during an incident in Nanded, Maharashtra. Badal, who was visiting the district for two days, suffered a minor hand injury after being attacked by two individuals reportedly dressed as Nihang Sikhs while he was at the Mata Sahib Gurudwara.
Nanded Collector Rahul Kardile confirmed that the two suspects are in custody and an investigation is ongoing. Preliminary reports indicate that a kirpan, a ceremonial dagger, was used in the assault. A police inspector who intervened to protect Mr. Badal also sustained injuries.
Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Mr. Badal's wife and a Lok Sabha MP, was present during the time of the incident. SAD leader Daljit Cheema called for a high-level inquiry, questioning the identity and affiliation of the attacker and suggesting a potential conspiracy.
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