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Pradip Purnekar Murder: 'Either it will be my end or...', Video shared 24 hours before death
- •Pradip Purnekar, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) divisional head, brutally murdered in Thane's Manpada area.
- •Purnekar shared an Instagram reel 24 hours before his death, stating, 'Either it will be my end or the beginning of a new chapter.'
- •He was shot 7 times, and then attacked with a machete on his throat, neck, and chest when attackers realized he was still alive.
- •Accused Pappya Shinde was present in Purnekar's office for two days prior to the murder and at the time of the incident.
- •CCTV footage shows masked culprits on a scooter approaching the office and the sound of seven gunshots.
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Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) divisional head Pradip alias Balu Purnekar was brutally murdered outside his office in the Manpada area of Thane. He was shot multiple times and then attacked with a machete on his throat, neck, and chest. CCTV footage captured the incident, and police promptly initiated action while suspects were identified.
Just 24 hours before his murder, Pradip Purnekar shared an Instagram reel featuring the song 'Aarambh Hai Prachand' along with a dialogue about playing a big game and reaching an end or the beginning of a new chapter. This video quickly went viral on social media, prompting widespread discussion and comments regarding whether it carried a hidden message.
Following the murder, Pradip Purnekar's family members and supporters became aggressive, refusing to claim the body until all culprits were brought to justice. His son, Ram Purnekar, and brother, Jaynath Purnekar, alleged that former Thane mayor Minakshi शिंदे and Rajendra Shinde were behind the conspiracy, claiming secret meetings had taken place prior to the attack.
