Former Shiv Sena Corporator Abhishek Ghosalkar Fatally Shot in Mumbai Facebook Live Incident

Mumbai, 9th February 2024: The shocking incident in Mumbai, marked by the Facebook Live murder of former Shiv Sena (UBT) corporator Abhishek Ghosalkar by Mauris Noronha, has garnered widespread attention.

Mauris Noronha, an aspiring civic politician and local businessman, fatally shot Abhishek Ghosalkar during a Facebook Live session in Borivali (West). The shooting transpired in Noronha’s office in IC Colony, Borivali. Noronha subsequently took his own life, resulting in a double fatality. The incident occurred amidst discussions of collaboration between the two individuals for the welfare of their community.

Abhishek Ghosalkar, a former Shiv Sena (UBT) corporator from Borivali-Dahisar, hailed from a politically influential family. His father, Vinod Ghosalkar, was a seasoned Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former MLA. Abhishek’s wife, Tejaswi, also served as a former corporator from the same ward.

Noronha, an IC Colony, Borivali resident, was known as a local businessman and social activist. He garnered media attention for his philanthropic endeavours during the pandemic. Noronha had previously faced legal issues, including an arrest in June 2022 at Mumbai airport in connection with a rape case and other charges.

The Facebook Live session commenced with Abhishek and Mauris expressing their shared commitment to community welfare. Despite prior conflicts, the two seemed united in their efforts for local improvement. Tragically, the session turned violent as Noronha fatally shot Abhishek multiple times. Noronha then took his own life, leaving behind a scene of despair.

Following the incident, IC Colony witnessed increased police presence, with shops closed in mourning and concern for safety. Abhishek’s post-mortem examination was scheduled at JJ Hospital, with funeral arrangements planned in Borivali East. Noronha’s body was transferred to Cooper Hospital for further procedures.