Sat Oct 05 12:39:59 UTC 2024: ## NCP Leader’s Murder Rocks Mumbai Ahead of Assembly Elections
**Mumbai:** The political atmosphere in Maharashtra is already charged with upcoming assembly elections. However, a shocking incident has sent shockwaves through Mumbai, casting a dark shadow over the political landscape. Sachin Kurmi, the taluka president of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Ajit Pawar faction, was brutally murdered in a knife attack in the Bhaykhala area.
The incident took place late on Friday night near the Mhada Colony. Kurmi was reportedly attacked by unidentified assailants who used sharp weapons. He sustained serious injuries and was rushed to the JJ Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Kurmi was a close associate of Samir Bhujbal, the son of NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal. While the motive behind the attack remains unclear, police are investigating the matter.
The murder has sent shockwaves through the political circles, raising concerns about the safety of political leaders in the lead-up to the elections. Authorities are working to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice.
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