Tiger Shroff's Car Targeted in Mumbai Shooting: DyCM Vows Strict Action
Maharashtra DyCM Sunetra Pawar and CM Eknath Shinde react to the shocking shooting incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai's Juhu area.
In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the film industry and the city of Mumbai, actor Tiger Shroff's vehicle was targeted in a shooting on Sunday evening. The attack, which took place in the Juhu area, has prompted a swift reaction from the Maharashtra government, with Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar condemning the act as "reprehensible" and promising that the perpetrators will be brought to justice quickly.
The Attack in Juhu
The incident unfolded around 7 pm on Sunday as Tiger Shroff was leaving a football club in his car. According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Mohit Garg, unidentified individuals opened fire on the vehicle. The attackers reportedly fired five rounds, creating a scene of chaos in the upscale neighborhood.
While the actor narrowly escaped being hit by a bullet, the attack left two people injured. The actor's driver, identified as Firdous, sustained a gunshot wound to his left hand. Tiger Shroff also suffered injuries, though these were not from direct bullet hits. Reports indicate that gunpowder residue and shards of broken glass caused injuries to his shoulder, chest, and right arm.
Government Response and High-Level Visits
The gravity of the situation led Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde to visit Tiger Shroff's residence on Sunday night. During the visit, Shinde met with the actor and his mother, Ayesha Shroff, to check on their well-being and offer the state's full support.
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Shinde expressed his concern, noting that both the actor and his mother were visibly shaken by the ordeal. He emphasized that the government would not tolerate threats against public figures, stating:
"This is a major incident... five rounds were fired, but fortunately, he was safe. No form of threat will be tolerated. Such gang wars were quite common in the 90s, but the Mumbai Police put an end to them in 1995... These attempts to intimidate people will not be tolerated, and we will put an end to this hooliganism."
Official Condemnation by DyCM Sunetra Pawar
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar reinforced the government's commitment to law and order. She asserted that the safety of every Mumbai citizen is the topmost priority and guaranteed that strict action would be taken against the criminals once apprehended.
Pawar's statement echoed the administration's stance that the city's peace must be maintained at all costs, labeling the targeted attack on the actor as an unacceptable breach of security.
Police Investigation Intensifies
The Mumbai Police and the Mumbai Crime Branch have launched a massive manhunt to identify and capture the shooters. To ensure a thorough probe, the police have formed 15 specialized teams to investigate the matter from all angles.
As part of the ongoing investigation, authorities have already recorded the statement of the injured driver, Firdous. Police are currently scanning the area and analyzing available evidence to determine the motive behind the attack and the identity of the assailants.