A BJP leader was shot dead in broad daylight in Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, creating shock and tension in the area. The deceased, Nilesh (Neelu) Rajak, was a local BJP leader and OBC Morcha Mandal president. The incident occurred near a busy market area when two unidentified assailants arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire at close range, critically injuring him. Rajak was immediately taken to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival.
The murder triggered panic among locals and raised serious questions about law and order in the district. Following the incident, police launched a large-scale search operation, examined CCTV footage from nearby areas, and increased security. Political leaders condemned the killing and demanded strict action against the accused. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have assured swift arrests and justice in the case.