SaralnamaURGENT NOTICE:, a fire officer was slapped at Ujjain Municipal Corporation office during a hearse dispute. Staff blocked Agar Road for 45 minutes demanding safety. FIR filed against councillor Rajesh Batham and 3 others. Incident occurred when people arrived early for pre-booked hearse, leading to argument. Officer's glasses broken in assault. Deputy Commissioner Pawan Singh confirmed complaint filed. Councillor's rep denied assault, claimed staff withheld vehicle deliberately. Police investigating. All staff urged to remain vigilant and report any safety concerns immediately. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 03:39 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- URGENT NOTICE: On 17 Sep 2023, a fire officer was slapped at Ujjain Municipal Corporation office during a hearse dispute
- Staff blocked Agar Road for 45 minutes demanding safety
- FIR filed against councillor Rajesh Batham and 3 others