Bhubaneswar: Odisha Health Minister Naba Das, who reportedly sustained bullet injuries on his chest in Brajrajnagar, has been airlifted to Bhubaneswar.
The minister has been admitted to a private hospital in the city.
As per reports, the incident took place near Gandhi Chhak in Brajrajnagar when he alighted from his car to attend a programme.
While the reason behind the firing was yet to be ascertained, it is suspected to be ‘pre-planned’ as the minister was allegedly shot at from a close range.
As per police, an assistant sub-inspector identified as Gopal Das allegedly opened fire on the minister from close range.
(This is a developing story. Further details awaited. )
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