Rampage by Kanwariyas in Haridwar's Roorkee: E-Rickshaw Driver Assaulted
In a disturbing event in Roorkee, Haridwar, Kanwariyas violently attacked an e-rickshaw driver and vandalized his vehicle. Despite the police's efforts to calm the situation, the Kanwariyas continued their rampage. The injured e-rickshaw driver has been hospitalized for treatment.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred in the Libberheri canal track area of Manglaur police station. According to reports, the e-rickshaw driver accidentally collided with a Kanwariya, causing minor injuries to the pilgrim. In retaliation, a group of Kanwariyas attacked the driver and damaged his vehicle with sticks and rods. The commotion attracted a large crowd, but even the presence of the police did not deter the assailants.
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Police Response
Police officers on the scene tried to intervene and stop the violence, but the Kanwariyas ignored their efforts. The situation remained tense, and the police could not prevent the enraged pilgrims from continuing their assault. Both the injured Kanwariya and the e-rickshaw driver were taken to the hospital for medical care.
Additional Incident
In another related incident in Bahadrabad police station area, Kanwariyas vandalized a truck after a minor collision. The truck, traveling from Haridwar to Roorkee, slightly grazed a vehicle carrying Kanwariyas. Enraged, the Kanwariyas attacked the truck driver, damaged the truck, and created a chaotic scene on the road. Eyewitnesses reported that the Kanwariyas fled upon seeing an approaching police vehicle.
Legal Actions
Following the incident in Manglaur, the police have registered a case against over ten unidentified Kanwariyas involved in the assault and vandalism. Authorities are now working to identify and apprehend the culprits based on video evidence.
This structured account of the events in Roorkee highlights the violence and lawlessness exhibited by the Kanwariyas, the challenges faced by law enforcement, and the steps being taken to bring the offenders to justice.
