A 32-year-old man was stabbed multiple times following a daylight attack in Naranpura, Ahmedabad, after chilli powder was thrown into his eyes, police said. The incident allegedly involved the estranged husband of a woman he was living with, along with four unidentified accomplices. Ghatlodia police have filed an FIR for attempt to murder and criminal conspiracy, among other charges.
The victim, Ajaybhai Padhiyar, is receiving treatment at Sola Civil Hospital. In his complaint, Ajaybhai alleged that the attack was linked to personal enmity arising from the marital dispute between his friend Priyal Solanki and her estranged husband, Mihir Solanki.
According to police, Priyal and Mihir had separated after a troubled marriage. Priyal later started living with Ajaybhai at his Naranpura residence. Mihir allegedly resented this and conspired with accomplices to carry out the assault.
Ajaybhai stated that on December 18, around 11.30 am, he had taken Priyal on his motorcycle to Ratnamani Flats, where she went to cook at a friend’s home. While he waited outside using his mobile phone, an unknown person approached from behind and threw chilli powder into his face before stabbing him.