India, Jan. 8 -- Shiv Sena candidate from ward no 92, Haji Saalim Qureshi was stabbed in the abdomen after addressing a campaign rally in Dnyaneshwar Nagar in Bandra east on Wednesday evening.

Supporters rushed Qureshi to Lake View Hospital in Bandra west on a scooter and he was wheeled into surgery immediately. They said he was stabbed in the abdomen and, although the wounds were superficial, Qureshi received 54 stitches.

Police say they cannot confirm the extent of the injuries as they are yet to record statements from the doctor and victim.

Manish Kewaniya, deputy commissioner of police (zone 8) said, "Qureshi has suffered some cuts on his stomach. He is out of danger. Police teams are working on the field and taking legal action."...