In Maharashtra, suspected Shiv Sena activists today ransacked the office of a Marathi news channel in suburban Mumbai, assaulting journalists and damaging furniture. Deputy Police Commissioner R M Vatkar said, the attackers barged into the IBN-Lokmat office in Vikhroli and thrashed the staff members. The news channel claimed the attackers were shouting slogans in support of the party and its Chief Bal Thackeray.<br/> Chief Minister Ashok Chavan promised strict action against those involved in the attack. He said, nobody will be spared and such things will not be tolerated.<br/>
News On AIR | November 20, 2009 6:01 PM
Shiv Sainiks attack Marathi channel office; assault journalists