Election Celebration Turns into Near-Tragedy as MLA Shivaji Patil Escapes Safe in Shocking Incident

A major incident occurred during the welcome of MLA Shivaji Patil in Kolhapur, where the politician narrowly escaped harm. The incident took place when a group of women were performing an aarti and throwing gulal (colored powder) as part of the traditional welcome. The celebration took an unexpected turn when the gulal, which was being used in the aarti, ignited and caused a fire to spread rapidly. The flames quickly grew, causing panic among the crowd. Fortunately, the situation was brought under control just in time. Local people and the police, who were present for the MLA's security, acted swiftly and managed to prevent a larger disaster. Despite the sudden chaos, MLA Shivaji Patil was unharmed, and no serious injuries were reported. Some individuals did experience mild panic, but there was no major damage or casualties. The prompt response of the security team and the local community ensured that the situation did not escalate further. The incident highlights the risks involved in such public celebrations, where traditional practices like fire and colors can sometimes lead to unforeseen accidents. However, thanks to the quick actions of those present, a potentially tragic event was avoided.