Kanwariyas vandalise car, thrash driver in Haridwar; cops deny communal angle
1 year, 8 months ago

Kanwariyas vandalise car, thrash driver in Haridwar; cops deny communal angle

Hindustan Times  

Kanwariyas overturned and vandalised a car and thrashed its driver after it hit one of the kanwars in Haridwar. In a video of the incident, which is going viral on social media, the Kanwariyas first forcefully evicted the driver and a burqa-clad woman sitting on the front passenger seat, then overturned the car before vandalising it with sticks. Hardiwar Senior Superintendent of Police Ajai Singh said, “A video of Kanwariyas getting violent and vandalising a car after it brushes with a kanwar in Manglaur area on July 10 is doing round on social. On July 4, four “kanwariyas” were arrested for allegedly assaulting a local resident in Tehri Garhwal, a police official said. On the complaint of victim Kamal Singh Rawat’s wife Chamni Devi, a case in this regard was registered against them under sections 307, 354, and 427 of the Indian Penal Code at Narendranagar police station.

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Death of two kanwariyas: FIR lodged against NHAI officials
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Death of two kanwariyas: FIR lodged against NHAI officials

Hindustan Times  

A day after the death of two kanwariyas in Eastern Ganga Canal, their family lodged a case against project director, manager and other staff of National Highway Authority of India at Nazibabad police station of district Bijnor, on Sunday. Other kanwariyas passing through there informed police about the incident and officials including SDM Kunwar Bahadur Singh, circle officer Desh Deepak …

Two kanwariyas killed after unidentified car hits them in UP’s Ghazipur: Police
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Two kanwariyas killed after unidentified car hits them in UP’s Ghazipur: Police

Hindustan Times  

Two Kanwariyas were killed while one was seriously injured after being hit by an unidentified vehicle near Azamgarh- Biharipu Dagera road in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur during the intervening night of Sunday and Monday, police said. One of the kanwariyas died on the spot while the other succumbed to injuries during treatment. The injured person is currently under treatment and has …

Kanwar Yatra: Increased vigil in Ghaziabad after violence by kanwariyas
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Kanwar Yatra: Increased vigil in Ghaziabad after violence by kanwariyas

The Hindu  

The police have intensified security in some areas of Ghaziabad district and imposed more traffic curbs after some kanwariyas thrashed a car driver and vandalised the vehicle after it allegedly hit them in Muradnagar, an official said on Sunday, July 28, 2024. The kanwariyas later blocked a stretch of the Delhi-Meerut expressway on which the incident took place, and created …

Uttar Pradesh: 'Kanwariyas' vandalise vehicle with 'POLICE' stamp in Ghaziabad | VIDEO
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Uttar Pradesh: 'Kanwariyas' vandalise vehicle with 'POLICE' stamp in Ghaziabad | VIDEO

India TV News  

In the Madhuban Bapudham police station area in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad, Kanwariyas heavily vandalised a vehicle with a 'POLICE' sticker on it. The incident occurred near Duhai on the Delhi-Meerut Road in the Madhuban Bapudham police station area. Police pacify the situation A police officer provided information about the incident, stating that around 10:15 am on July 29, near Duhai …

Kanwariyas vandalise car, thrash occupants on highway in Uttar Pradesh after it brushes past one of them
8 months ago

Kanwariyas vandalise car, thrash occupants on highway in Uttar Pradesh after it brushes past one of them

The Hindu  

A car was vandalised and its occupants thrashed by 'kanwariyas' who claimed that it had brushed against them here on the Haridwar-Delhi national highway, police said on July 22 on the first day of the annual kanwar yatra. The group of devotees claimed that a 'kanwar' belonging to one of them had been rendered impure because the car had touched …

Delhi: 5 killed after truck hits vehicle carrying Kanwariyas, accused driver arrested
1 year, 8 months ago

Delhi: 5 killed after truck hits vehicle carrying Kanwariyas, accused driver arrested

India TV News  

In a major road accident, atleast five people were killed after two vehicles collided. According to reports the vehicle carrying Kanwar collided with another vehicle. According to Police said the truck approaching Delhi lost control, crossed the road divider and hit the other truck on its way to Haridwar. Deputy Commissioner of Police, Ravi Kumar Singh said a truck bearing …

Uttar Pradesh: Kanwariyas 'beaten up' in Budaun, FIR lodged
2 years, 7 months ago

Uttar Pradesh: Kanwariyas 'beaten up' in Budaun, FIR lodged

Firstpost  

Kanwariyas were returning from Bareilly, and as they reached the Dungopur village, the members of a particular community objected to music being played on the speakers. After the argument, Kanwariyas were allegedly beaten up Budaun: Some Kanwariyas were injured after they were allegedly beaten up by the members of a particular community in this Uttar Pradesh district on Monday, police …

Uttar Pradesh: 2 Kanwariyas killed in road accident in Muzaffarnagar
2 years, 8 months ago

Uttar Pradesh: 2 Kanwariyas killed in road accident in Muzaffarnagar

India TV News  

Uttar Pradesh: 2 Kanwariyas killed in road accident in Muzaffarnagar A case has been registered against the unidentified mini truck driver who fled from the spot, abandoning the vehicle, police said. Highlights Two Kanwar pilgrims lost their lives in a road accident on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway The bodies were sent for post-mortem while police is investigating the accident A …

Burqa-clad woman stabs cab driver in Gurugram, arrested
3 years, 1 month ago

Burqa-clad woman stabs cab driver in Gurugram, arrested

India TV News  

Highlights The woman, believed to be in her 30s, signalled the cab driver to stop and attacked him with a knife The lady was overpowered by passersby and handed over to police According to police, preliminary investigations revealed that the woman was mentally ill A burqa-clad woman stabbed a cab driver in Gurugram's Civil Lines area today, leading to chaos …

Three kanwariyas crushed under truck, seven injured
5 years, 7 months ago

Three kanwariyas crushed under truck, seven injured

India TV News  

Three kanwariyas were killed and seven injured after they came under a speeding truck at a village, about 20 km from here on Hisar-Chandigarh road, police said on Tuesday. The kawariyas, who were on motorcycles, were about to reach their home in village Bichhpari when a truck hit them from behind, killing three of them on the spot, the police …

Kanwariya lynched to death, The Telegraph’s headline paints the victim as the perpetrator
6 years, 6 months ago

Kanwariya lynched to death, The Telegraph’s headline paints the victim as the perpetrator

Op India  

There have been numerous media attempts to paint Kanwariyas as perpetrators of violent crimes in recent weeks. The young man in the bike reportedly called almost a dozen of his associates and the mob started assaulting the kanwariyas in the vehicle. However, as pointed by journalist Swati Goel Sharma, The Telegraph ran the report with the headline, ‘1 lynched after …

Delhi: 10 persons arrested in connection with Kanwariya vandalism
6 years, 7 months ago

Delhi: 10 persons arrested in connection with Kanwariya vandalism

India TV News  

In total, 10 persons have been arrested for allegedly vandalising a car last week in west Delhi's Moti Nagar after the vehicle brushed past one of the kanwariyas, police said on Tuesday. On Monday, police had arrested Yogesh for allegedly being part of the kanwariya group that vandalised the car. On the basis of information provided by Yogesh, nine more …

Kanwariya violence: Delhi Police arrests nine more in connection with vandalism of vehicles at Moti Nagar
6 years, 7 months ago

Kanwariya violence: Delhi Police arrests nine more in connection with vandalism of vehicles at Moti Nagar

Firstpost  

Delhi Police arrested nine more persons in connection with the vandalisation of a vehicle by a group of ‘kanwariyas’ in Moti Nagar on Tuesday, ANI reported. Delhi Police arrested nine more persons in connection with the vandalisation of a vehicle by a group of ‘Kanwariyas’ in Moti Nagar on Tuesday, ANI reported. On Saturday night, a 22-year-old man was arrested …

Police prompt in handling situations during Kanwar Yatra, arrests troublemakers
6 years, 7 months ago

Police prompt in handling situations during Kanwar Yatra, arrests troublemakers

Op India  

The Kanwar yatras during the month of Shravan are underway and Shiva devotees all over are seen wearing saffron and carrying holy water to offer in temples. In another incident, six Kanwariyas who had attacked a police vehicle on August 7 in Bulandshahar, UP were arrested today. Six #Kanwariyas including main accused Pappu arrested in connection with attack on Police …

Supreme Court orders police action against accused in Kanwariya violence case; AG says cops should be held responsible
6 years, 7 months ago

Supreme Court orders police action against accused in Kanwariya violence case; AG says cops should be held responsible

Firstpost  

The Supreme Court order comes after videos showcasing vehicles being vandalised by Kanwariyas across Northern states went viral on social media. New Delhi: After videos showcasing vehicles being vandalised by Kanwariyas across Northern states went viral on social media, the Supreme Court on Friday directed the police to take strict action against those responsible for erupting violence and breaching laws. …

Supreme Court angry over Kanwariya vandalism, asks police to take strong action
6 years, 7 months ago

Supreme Court angry over Kanwariya vandalism, asks police to take strong action

India TV News  

In an attempt to reign in the hooliganism in the name of Kanwar Yatra, Supreme Court has directed the police to take action against 'kanwariyas' who indulge in vandalism and take the law in their hands. The apex court termed the incidents of vandalism of private and public properties by various groups during protests across the country "grave" and said …

Kanwariyas attack cop vehicle, 1 killed
6 years, 7 months ago

Kanwariyas attack cop vehicle, 1 killed

Deccan Chronicle  

Lucknow: ‘Kanwariyas’ resorted to violence in two districts of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday. According to SSP Bulandshahr Praveen Ranjan Singh, a brawl had taken place between two groups led by one Pappu and Deepu over the installation of electricity meter, about a week ago. When the police tried to arrest Pappu, he instigated fellow Kanwariyas to attack the police personnel …

Delhi: Police make first arrest in Moti Nagar car vandalising incident by Kanwariyas
6 years, 7 months ago

Delhi: Police make first arrest in Moti Nagar car vandalising incident by Kanwariyas

India TV News  

The Delhi Police, on Thursday, arrested a person in connection with the vandalisation of a car by a group of 'Kanwariyas' in Moti Nagar, on Tuesday. After a group of Kanwariyas vandalised a car in west Delhi, the Delhi Police on Wednesday registered a case against unidentified persons. The incident took place on Tuesday near Moti Nagar metro station. According …

26-year-old Kanwariya arrested by police for vandalising, toppling vehicle in west Delhi
6 years, 7 months ago

26-year-old Kanwariya arrested by police for vandalising, toppling vehicle in west Delhi

Firstpost  

A day after the Delhi Police registered a case against unidentified persons after a group of Kanwariyas vandalised a car in west Delhi, vexed by the driver allegedly hitting one of them, a 26-year-old man was arrested in the matter. New Delhi: A day after the Delhi Police registered a case against unidentified persons after a group of Kanwariyas vandalised …

Kanwariyas vandalise police vehicle in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr; police file FIR against 58 people
6 years, 7 months ago

Kanwariyas vandalise police vehicle in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr; police file FIR against 58 people

Firstpost  

A video of the incident shows around 50-60 Kanwariyas attacking the police vehicle, smashing the windows and a police officer trying to control the crowd in the Bugrasi Narsena police station area of Bulandshahr. A new video of a group of Kanwariyas attacking a police vehicle in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday morning has emerged, hours after some Kanwariyas vandalised …

Police Nab 6 Kanwariyas for Vandalism in Bulandshahr
6 years, 7 months ago

Police Nab 6 Kanwariyas for Vandalism in Bulandshahr

The Quint  

A similar incident was reported in Muzaffarnagar where a group of Kanwar yatris vandalised a white car. Earlier, in Delhi’s Moti Nagar, a group of Kanwar yatris were caught on camera vandalising a car after the driver allegedly brushed past one of them. While loud music, cannabis consumption, huge traffic jams and littering are usually associated with the yatris, the …

Kanwariyas vandalise car in west Delhi, case registered
6 years, 7 months ago

Kanwariyas vandalise car in west Delhi, case registered

India TV News  

After a group of Kanwariyas vandalised a car in west Delhi, the Delhi Police on Wednesday registered a case against unidentified persons. According to police, reported news agency PTI, the car was being driven by a woman, who was with a male friend, when it allegedly hit a Kanwariya. A heated argument took place and as per reports one of …

Kanwariyas vandalise vehicle in Delhi's Moti Nagar, after car brushes past them; passengers safe
6 years, 7 months ago

Kanwariyas vandalise vehicle in Delhi's Moti Nagar, after car brushes past them; passengers safe

Firstpost  

A video which surfaced online shows a dozen Kanwariyas are seen in the video smashing the windows of the car with sticks and then tipping it over as policemen and spectators watch without stopping them. A group of Kanwariyas on Tuesday, vandalised a car in Delhi’s Moti Nagar after it brushed past them. A video which surfaced online shows a …

Delhi: Kanwariyas create ruckus, vandalise car after it brushed one of them in Moti Nagar
6 years, 7 months ago

Delhi: Kanwariyas create ruckus, vandalise car after it brushed one of them in Moti Nagar

India TV News  

A group of unruly kanwariyas vandalised a car and overturned it in west Delhi's Moti Nagar area after it brushed one of them on Tuesday evening. According to reports, the police received call about kanwariyas indulging in violence near Moti Nagar metro station at about 5.30 pm. The woman's car accidently brushed one of the kanwariyas and soon many others …

Kanwariyas go on rampage after car hit devotees
11 years, 7 months ago

Kanwariyas go on rampage after car hit devotees

India TV News  

Kanwariyas go on rampage after car hit devotees Ghaziabad, Aug 5 : A police personnel and two Uttar Pradesh home guards were injured yesterday when a group of Kanwariyas indulged in stone pelting after some of the devotees were allegedly hit by a Ghaziabad, Aug 5 : A police personnel and two Uttar Pradesh home guards were injured yesterday when …

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