Archive · 23 Jul 2025
NCP Leader Surrenders in Chhava Sanghatna Assault Case
Suraj Chavan, an NCP leader, turned himself in to the police after three days of being sought after allegedly attacking Vijaykumar Ghatge, the head of Chhava Sanghatna.
The assault happened after Ghatge threw playing cards during an NCP press conference.
Ghatge and his group wanted the agriculture minister, Manikrao Kokate, to resign because of a video showing him possibly playing a card game during a state meeting.
Kokate denies playing the game.
Police are investigating and will question the accused.
NCP leader Suraj Chavan surrendered to Latur Police after being on the run for three days.
Chavan allegedly thrashed Chhava Sanghatna state president Vijaykumar Ghatge.
The assault followed Ghatge throwing playing cards at an NCP press conference.
Ghatge and Chhava Sanghatna were demanding the resignation of state agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate.
Kokate is accused of playing 'rummy' on his phone during a legislative session.
- Who
- Suraj Chavan, Vijaykumar Ghatge, and Manikrao Kokate.
- What
- Suraj Chavan surrendered after allegedly assaulting Vijaykumar Ghatge.
- When
- Wednesday, three days after the alleged assault.
- Where
- Latur, at the Vivekanand Chowk police station.
- Why
- The assault happened after Ghatge and his group demanded the resignation of Manikrao Kokate.
NCP
Chhava Sanghatna
Minister's Alleged Actions
NCP
NCP has not provided an official stance.
Chhava Sanghatna
Chhava Sanghatna demands resignation of the minister.
- Suspect
- Suraj Chavan
- Victim
- Vijaykumar Ghatge
- Location
- Latur
- Incident
- Alleged Assault
- Demands
- Resignation of Manikrao Kokate