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Angry over ‘Stale Food’, Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad Rains Down Punches on Canteen Worker; Fadnavis Says ‘Not Right Message’

MAHARASHTRA, JUL 9 – Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad admitted assaulting a canteen worker over repeated complaints of stale food at a government hostel canteen, sparking political criticism and public outrage.

  • On Tuesday night in Mumbai, Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad physically assaulted an employee at the MLA hostel's dining facility after receiving spoiled food.
  • Gaikwad’s repeated complaints about poor food quality, unhygienic conditions including rodents in the kitchen, and ignored grievances led to the confrontation.
  • Gaikwad berated the canteen operator, refused to pay the bill, and slapped the staff member multiple times during a heated exchange documented in a viral video.
  • He explained that he had raised concerns about the substandard food multiple times before and justified his response as taking action in the manner associated with Shiv Sena after previous attempts to resolve the issue were unsuccessful.
  • Buldhana police registered a case against Gaikwad, while opposition leaders condemned his behavior and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called it “not the right message.
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The New Indian Express broke the news in India on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
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