Police Kill Badlapur Assault Accused in Self-Defense: Fadnavis Defends Action

Akshay Shinde, accused of molesting two children in Badlapur, was shot dead in a police encounter. Maharashtra's Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis defended the police, citing self-defense. Shinde allegedly fired at officers during his transfer. The incident sparked debates, with some questioning the necessity of the encounter. The Bombay High Court also raised concerns over the incident, hinting at possible foul play. Fadnavis urged against the glorification of the encounter and assured a thorough CID investigation.