In a disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves across Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior district, two individuals have been arrested after a video went viral on social media. The video depicts a man being subjected to physical and verbal abuse, including being forced to lick the soles of another person’s feet, while inside a moving vehicle. The incident comes in the wake of a recent uproar over the Sidhi urination incident in the state, further highlighting the need for stricter action against such acts of cruelty. According to the official statement provided by the local authorities, both the victim and the accused are residents of Dabra town in Gwalior district. The video, which quickly gained traction on social media platforms, shows the victim being slapped multiple times by a man who later coerces him into uttering derogatory statements.
The victim is compelled to say, “Golu Gurjar baap hai” (Golu Gurjar is father) while enduring physical assault. In addition to the demeaning act of licking the accused person’s feet, the victim is subjected to further violence, with the accused repeatedly thrashing him on the face and verbally abusing him. Another video clip reveals the accused striking the victim’s face numerous times with a footwear, intensifying the brutality of the incident. Following the widespread circulation of the video, Madhya Pradesh’s Home Minister, Narottam Mishra, confirmed that two individuals have been apprehended in connection with the shocking incident.
The Dabra Sub Divisional Officer of Police (SDOP), Vivek Kumar Sharma, stated that the video clip has been sent for forensic examination. In response to the complaint filed by the victim’s family, a case has been registered against the accused under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including abduction and assault. This legal action reflects the seriousness with which the authorities are addressing the appalling incident, aiming to ensure justice for the victim and deter such acts in the future. The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from various quarters, with citizens and activists demanding swift and stringent punishment for the culprits.
It has once again brought to light the urgent need for increased awareness, education, and measures to prevent such acts of humiliation and abuse within society. The circulation of this video serves as a grim reminder that despite progress made in various aspects of society, incidents of cruelty and violence continue to occur. It is a collective responsibility to create an environment where every individual is treated with dignity and respect, and such acts are unequivocally condemned.