Overview

• On August 6 at a welcome event in Raebareli, an assailant disguised as a supporter slapped Maurya from behind.
• His aides swiftly detained and beat the attacker and an accomplice before handing them over to the Uttar Pradesh Police.
• Two youths remain in custody as Circle Officer Amit Singh says an FIR will be lodged once a formal complaint is filed.
• Police are reviewing viral video footage and investigating the motive behind the attack as well as any links to the Karni Sena.
• The assault has renewed concerns over rally security, police response and perceived patronage of vigilante groups by the ruling regime.