Bombay HC Rebukes Sena Corporator Who Assaulted Doctors, Denies Bail Plea

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The Bombay High Court strongly criticized Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre for assaulting doctors, remarking it was 'surprising they survived' the attack. Mhatre had filed a bail petition citing his advanced age as grounds for relief. The court rejected this argument, noting that video footage showed him behaving with the aggression of a 25-year-old. The remarks came as the court scrutinized the severity of the assault captured on camera. The case highlights growing concerns over attacks on medical professionals by public figures.

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