**Shiv Sena MLA Defends Assault on Canteen Contractor Over Food Quality**
In a controversial incident that has sparked widespread attention, Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad openly justified his violent confrontation with a canteen contractor in Mumbai. The altercation, which was captured on video and circulated widely on social media, occurred after Gaikwad expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of dal served to him at the Akashwani residence, a government-allocated accommodation for legislators.
Gaikwad, who has represented Buldana for two terms, stated that he had repeatedly raised concerns about the food quality at the canteen over the years. He claimed that his requests for better food fell on deaf ears, leading to his extreme reaction. “If someone feeds me poison, do I worship them? Balasaheb (Bal Thackeray) didn’t teach us that. He taught us that if a person is ignorant, then he must be cracked down upon,” Gaikwad asserted, defending his actions as a necessary response to what he described as a health hazard.
The MLA recounted his experience, stating that after ordering food late at night, he immediately felt unwell after the first bite. Upon inspection, he discovered that the food was stale, prompting him to confront the canteen staff. “Eating poison-like food is a health hazard,” he emphasized, highlighting the seriousness of the issue.
Gaikwad’s comments included alarming claims about the presence of pests and unsanitary conditions in the canteen, stating that lizards and rats had previously been found in the food. He expressed frustration over the lack of action taken despite numerous complaints from patrons, urging for an investigation into the canteen’s operations.
As the Maharashtra legislative session continues, Gaikwad has vowed to raise the issue formally, seeking accountability and improvements in food safety standards for the benefit of all who dine at the canteen.
**FAQ**
**What prompted Sanjay Gaikwad’s confrontation with the canteen contractor?**
Sanjay Gaikwad confronted the canteen contractor due to his dissatisfaction with the quality of food served, particularly stale dal, which he claimed posed a health risk.
