**Title:** Court Reviews Investigation into Ganpat Kalu Gaikwad Case
**Meta Description:** Mahesh Gaikwad seeks CBI probe into alleged political attack by Ganpat Kalu Gaikwad, citing inadequate investigation by local authorities.
**URL Slug:** ganpat-kalu-gaikwad-case-investigation-review
**Headline:** Bombay High Court to Review Investigation into Alleged Attack by Ganpat Kalu Gaikwad
In a significant legal development, former Shiv Sena corporator Mahesh Gaikwad has approached the Bombay High Court, requesting a transfer of the investigation into the alleged attack by former Kalyan East BJP MLA Ganpat Kalu Gaikwad to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT). Gaikwad claims that the current investigation has not met necessary standards, raising concerns about its thoroughness.
A bench of Justices Ravindra V Ghuge and Gautam A Ankhad has issued notices to the investigating officers in Ulhasnagar and the Maharashtra government, instructing them to submit their responses. The court is set to hear the petition on August 25.
The petition, filed by advocate Abhishek Kulkarni, alleges that Ganpat Gaikwad, who was serving as an MLA at the time of the incident, attempted to murder Mahesh Gaikwad due to ongoing political rivalry. The alleged attack took place in the office of Senior Police Inspector Anil Jagtap, with police officers present during the incident.
Mahesh’s petition asserts that the investigation has been inadequate, stating, “The Crime Branch has not properly investigated the assault and attempt to murder; it has failed to explore all relevant angles.” Furthermore, it highlights that serious charges, including sections 353 (assault or criminal force to deter a public servant from discharge of duty) and 324 (voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous weapons), have not been applied against Ganpat and his co-accused.
The petition also raises concerns about the lack of arrests among all accused individuals, noting that Ganpat’s son, Vaibhav Gaikwad, has been given a clean chit in the matter. Mahesh claims a long-standing political rivalry with Ganpat and states that he lodged a complaint with the then Chief Minister of Maharashtra on August 25, 2020. Following this, he received acknowledgment from the Chief Minister’s Office.
Tensions reportedly escalated over a land dispute in Ambernath, Thane district. On February 2, 2014, Inspector Jagtap summoned Mahesh to the police station, where he faced verbal abuse from Vaibhav and his associates. As the situation intensified, Ganpat allegedly drew a firearm and opened fire on Mahesh and his associates, prompting Inspector Jagtap to intervene.
In a related development, another bench of the Bombay High Court recently denied bail to Ganpat and some of his associates, underscoring the seriousness of the allegations.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What are the main allegations against Ganpat Kalu Gaikwad?**
A: Ganpat Kalu Gaikwad is accused of attempting to murder Mahesh Gaikwad due to political rivalry, with the incident allegedly occurring in the presence of police officers.
