Karni Sena's Rajasthan unit chief was shot at during an event organised by the group in Udaipur on Sunday. The shot that hit Bhanwar Singh was allegedly fired by a former member of the fringe outfit. A country-made weapon was found in the accused individual's possession. He was arrested on the spot.
The national president of Karni Sena, Mahipal Makrana, termed the attack politically motivated, NDTV reported. He said the intention behind it was to damage the outfit's political prospects.
Singh is currently being treated for his injuries, NDTV wrote citing Makrana. According to reports, the bullet managed to pierce through Bhanwar Singh's back. His condition is said to be critical.
Ahead of the upcoming Rajasthan Assembly elections, Karni Sena is organising a string of events and meetings with an aim to consolidate Rajput votes in the state.