A police team in Varanasi came under attack from arms smugglers during an operation, resulting in a constable being shot three times and seriously injured. The incident occurred near Naraiya Tiraha in the Lanka police station area. Amit Shukla, the injured constable, was rushed to BHU Trauma Centre for emergency treatment, where doctors are closely monitoring his condition.
Attack on Police Team During Arms Smuggler Raid
The police team had arrived in Ashutosh Nagar within the Lanka police jurisdiction to conduct a crackdown on arms smugglers. While carrying out the operation near Naraiya Tiraha, Amit Shukla was fired upon by the criminals. According to initial reports, he sustained gunshot wounds to the abdomen, back, and arm. Fellow officers immediately tended to him and ensured he received urgent medical care.
The police intensified their search for the assailants following the shooting. As the investigation progressed, a confrontation occurred near Lotubeer Temple in the Lanka area between the police and the suspects. This led to a shootout where the police arrested Raj Vishwakarma, accused of firing at Constable Shukla, following a half encounter.
Police Response and Ongoing Investigation
Authorities are currently interrogating Raj Vishwakarma to uncover his accomplices and the wider arms smuggling network involved. The police are examining connections and trying to identify other participants in this attack. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal arms trafficking in the region.
The shooting has sparked concerns over law and order in the state. Ajay Rai, former president of the state unit of the Congress party, publicly questioned the government’s claims regarding the law and order situation. Rai criticized statements by Home Minister Amit Shah praising Uttar Pradesh’s security, pointing out the incident in Varanasi as a contradiction.
Political Reactions and Calls for Action
Ajay Rai took to social media to express his concerns about the rising incidents of violence against police officers. He wished for Constable Amit Shukla’s swift recovery at BHU Trauma Centre and prayed for his health at the Baba Vishwanath temple. Rai urged the government to move beyond rhetoric and make real improvements in security implementation on the ground.
Meanwhile, the police continue their questioning and evidence gathering related to the case. The full circumstances of the attack remain under investigation, with the authorities focused on dismantling the arms trafficking operations that led to this violent incident.
Key points:
- Constable Amit Shukla shot three times in Varanasi during a police raid.
- Suspect Raj Vishwakarma arrested after police encounter near Lotubeer Temple.
- Investigation ongoing to identify network and accomplices.
- Political criticism raised about law and order situation by Congress leader Ajay Rai.
