New Delhi: A disturbing incident has emerged from the national capital where a shopkeeper was allegedly assaulted near Delhi University by a group of men who accused him of selling cow meat. The incident occurred in the Vijay Nagar area, which is close to the university campus, and has sparked concern among locals and civil rights groups.
According to a report by the Madhyamam, the attackers entered the shop and began questioning the shopkeeper about the nature of the meat he was selling. When he failed to provide an immediate response, they began beating him. The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, shows the man being physically assaulted while pleading innocence.
The police have registered a case and initiated an investigation. Authorities have also sent the seized meat sample for forensic testing to verify the claim. Meanwhile, civil society activists and human rights groups have condemned the incident, calling it another example of growing intolerance and vigilantism in the name of cow protection.
Incidents like these have raised fears among meat sellers and minorities, who often become targets of mob violence based on mere suspicion. Human rights organisations have demanded strict action against the perpetrators and protection for traders engaged in legal business.
This incident adds to a growing list of similar attacks in recent years where individuals, mostly from minority communities, have faced violence over allegations related to beef consumption or trade.
