Shiv Sena Suspends 7 Palghar Leaders, Including District President, After Alleged Doctor Assault Over Dahi Handi Treatment

September 8, 2026

Palghar: The Shiv Sena has suspended seven party office bearers in Palghar district, including its district president, over alleged indiscipline, according to a party press note.

The party said the action was taken on the orders of Shiv Sena chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

Action Follows Doctor Assault

Shiv Sena has suspended its 7 office bearers in Palghar district, including its district president. A party press note says that all these party office bearers are suspended on orders of Party chief DCM Eknath Shinde due to indiscipline shown by them. The decision has come after… pic.twitter.com/I4Djhkt8Es

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The suspension comes after Shiv Sena leaders allegedly assaulted a doctor in Palghar district over the treatment provided to a Govinda, a participant in the Dahi Handi celebrations.

The incident had drawn attention after party workers allegedly confronted and assaulted the doctor over the medical treatment of the participant.

The Shiv Sena said the seven office bearers were suspended for displaying indiscipline in connection with the incident.

Seven Leaders Face Party Action

The party’s decision signals disciplinary action against its local functionaries following the alleged assault.

Further details about the identities of all seven suspended office bearers and the action taken in the case against those accused of assaulting the doctor are awaited.