A local resident filmed the attack and posted it online, which created more tension in the Paina Buzurg village under Sidhouli police station
NEW DELHI – A Dalit vegetable vendor, Achal Kumar, was brutally assaulted on Sunday (November 16) in Uttar Pradesh’s Shahjahanpur district by a local strongman, Chutakke Singh, over an ongoing legal dispute with some upper caste individuals. The disturbing video of the assault went viral, prompting swift police action.
The incident happened in Paina Buzurg village under Sidhouli police station.
In the video, the attacker is seen repeatedly hitting Achal Kumar, a resident of nearby Paina Khurd, with sticks and forcing him to call him “father”. The incident has sparked widespread outrage online, with many condemning the atrocity, media reports reaching here said on Tuesday.
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Achal had accidentally entered Paina Buzurg village while selling vegetables, triggering the attack by Singh and his group. The police have taken note of the incident and are investigating the matter.
A local resident filmed the attack and posted it online, which created more tension in the village.
Achal later filed a complaint with the police. A case has been registered under the appropriate sections. Sidhouli Circle Officer Praveen Malik said, “We have arrested the main accused and the investigation is continuing.”
He also said that the violence appeared to be a result of an old rivalry between the two sides. “The victim has been medically examined and the situation is under control,” he added.
