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BJP MP Ravi Kishan praised Gorakhpur's development, comparing it to Spain. He spoke at the inauguration of a newly constructed Kalyan Mandapam in Basharatpur. Kishan stated the city felt like a smart city due to visible progress. He expressed pride in the changes witnessed across the area. His remarks prompted laughter and smiles from attendees and officials.
A disturbing event unfolded when Harsh Bhati reportedly hurled acid at his former fiance and her sibling after their engagement was dissolved. Family members of the victims managed to detain him before calling the police. The alliance was called off upon discovering his alleged substance abuse issues. The sisters suffered serious injuries and are currently hospitalized, as law enforcement continues to probe the incident.