Violence at Meerut Toll Plaza: Soldier Assaulted, Justice Demanded
Army jawan Kapil Panwar was brutally assaulted by staff at a Meerut toll plaza despite presenting his ID for a quick passage. The incident, caught on video, sparked outrage, leading to arrests and contract cancellations. Authorities have tightened security while demanding courteous behavior from toll employees.
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An army jawan, Kapil Panwar, faced a shocking assault by toll plaza employees in Meerut while en route to rejoin duty. The incident has sparked outrage across the community, with authorities taking swift action.
The altercation occurred on August 17 at the Bhuni toll plaza, where Panwar, showing his identity card, requested swift passage. Instead, he was met with aggression by the staff, leaving him with both physical and psychological scars.
Following public outcry and a viral video of the incident, the National Highways Authority of India annulled the toll operator's contract and imposed fines. The police have arrested eight individuals so far, while enhanced security measures are now in place across district toll plazas.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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