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Both the men were immediately referred to Lucknow hospital for treatment. Durgesh sustained over 80 per cent burns while the local BSP leader, identified as Kamruzzama had 60 per cent burn injuries. Two other local politicians Ram Kumar Singh and Chowdhary Hriday Ram Verma sustained minor injuries in their attempt to save the two people. The reason behind his taking the step is yet to be known.
The shooting was immediately off and people were left in a state of shock after the incident.






