Overview
- A bystander video shows Shah stopping an autorickshaw on M G Road in Ghatkopar East and striking the driver after alleged wrong-side driving.
- The encounter occurred during a local protest over traffic violations and illegal hawkers that Shah had highlighted on social media.
- Opposition leaders, including Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad, criticised the MLA and accused the BJP of misuse of power.
- Mumbai Police say no FIR or formal complaint has been filed, with Ghatkopar and Pant Nagar stations denying jurisdiction as Tilak Nagar verifies the exact location.
- Shah defended his action, later calling it a moment of anger and claiming the rickshaw nearly hit a woman and that the driver was issued a challan and warned.