Controversy in Kanwar Yatra: Arrest in Muzaffarnagar Incident
A man was arrested in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly spitting on a woman's 'kanwar' during her pilgrimage. The accused, identified as Usman, is deaf, mute, and mentally unstable. Police quickly intervened and provided the woman pilgrim with a new 'kanwar' to continue her journey.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Muzaffarnagar | Updated: 08-07-2025 08:39 IST | Created: 08-07-2025 08:39 IST
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In a disturbing incident during the Kanwar Yatra in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, a man was arrested for allegedly spitting on a woman's 'kanwar'.
The incident occurred on a Monday evening as the woman pilgrim paused to rest, carrying holy water from Haridwar.
The accused, identified as Usman, is reportedly deaf, mute, and suffering from mental instability. Police swiftly intervened to defuse the situation and provided the woman with a new 'kanwar' to continue her journey.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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