Soldier on Leave in Karnataka’s Belagavi Assaulted by Public While Intoxicated

Soldier on Leave in Karnataka’s Belagavi Assaulted by Public While Intoxicated

In a shocking incident in Belagavi, Karnataka, an Army soldier was brutally beaten up by a group of six people outside a bar. The incident took place when the soldier, identified as Parashuram, was on leave from his duty in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. The entire incident was captured on video and has since gone viral on social media.

According to reports, Parashuram, who was heavily intoxicated, was causing a traffic disruption and verbally abusing people on the road. Despite being confronted by angry bystanders, he refused to behave properly and continued to use abusive language. This led to a physical altercation, and the group of six individuals started to assault him.

The visuals captured by witnesses showed the assailants repeatedly punching and kicking the soldier in the middle of the road. As the traffic piled up, they dragged him to the side of the road and continued the assault. The video has sparked outrage among netizens who have condemned the brutal attack.

Following the incident, Parashuram was taken to an army hospital, where his disruptive behavior continued. It is reported that he will resume his duty on November 14th. Meanwhile, the police have registered a case against the six individuals involved in the attack and have managed to arrest four of them.

This incident highlights the unfortunate consequences of alcohol-induced aggression and the need for responsible behavior. The soldier’s actions not only endangered his own life but also disrupted the lives of innocent bystanders. The incident serves as a reminder that individuals in positions of authority and responsibility should uphold their duty to uphold law and order, even when off-duty.

The Army authorities are expected to take appropriate action against Parashuram for his behavior. It is crucial that such incidents are thoroughly investigated and the culprits are brought to justice to deter such acts of violence in the future.