IndianOil officer stabbed to death while sealing Maharashtra petrol pump, Puri seeks swift action

An IndianOil officer was allegedly stabbed to death during a drive to seal a petrol pump in Maharashtra’s Hingoli district. Police said an argument broke out between the visiting team and people at the outlet. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and IndianOil sought swift action against those responsible and pledged support to the officer’s family.

New Delhi: An IndianOil officer was allegedly stabbed to death at a petrol pump in Maharashtra’s Hingoli district on Tuesday while on official duty, PTI reported, citing police.

Mahesh Shelke, a manager and field officer, accompanied a team tasked with sealing the outlet in Ambachondi village, Basmat tehsil. An argument allegedly broke out with the pump owner’s family members and others at the site.

Police said the incident occurred around 4:30 pm. Shelke was allegedly stabbed seven times with a knife and died at the spot. The outlet had reportedly resumed operations a few days earlier after remaining non-functional.

Puri seeks strict........

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