CRPF Jawan Brutally Assaulted by Kanwariyas at Mirzapur Railway Station
In a shocking incident at Mirzapur Railway Station in Uttar Pradesh, a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was brutally assaulted by a group of Kanwariyas on Saturday, July 19, 2025, sparking widespread outrage. The attack, captured on CCTV and widely circulated on social media, has raised serious concerns about public safety and crowd control during the ongoing Kanwar Yatra, an annual pilgrimage of Lord Shiva devotees. The incident, which occurred over a dispute regarding train tickets, has led to the arrest of seven Kanwariyas, with investigations ongoing to address the broader implications of such violence.
The Incident: A Violent Escalation
The victim, identified as Gautam, son of Dinanath and a resident of Khitaha Mauna in Mirzapur district, was in uniform and preparing to board the Brahmaputra Express to return to his posting in Manipur. The altercation began around 9:30 to 10:00 AM when a verbal dispute erupted between Gautam and a group of Kanwariyas, reportedly over the purchase of train tickets for travel to Baidyanath Dham in Jharkhand. The disagreement quickly escalated into a violent mob attack, with the Kanwariyas, dressed in saffron attire, pinning Gautam to the ground and repeatedly punching and kicking him in full view of a large crowd at the railway station.
[](https://www.ssbcrack.com/2025/07/kanwariyas-brutally-assault-crpf-jawan-at-mirzapur-railway-station-bystanders-remain-passive.html)[](https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/india/crpf-jawan-kicked-punched-by-kanwariyas-at-mirzapur-railway-station-in-up-7-arrested-video-2025-07-19-999614)[](https://jantaserishta.com/national/crpf-jawan-assaulted-at-mirzapur-railway-station-fir-lodged-against-kanwariyas-4157671)CCTV footage and bystander videos reveal the severity of the assault, showing Gautam attempting to retaliate but being overpowered by the group. At one point, a passenger and a young boy, possibly Gautam’s son, tried to intervene, but the attackers continued their assault. Despite the presence of onlookers, no immediate assistance was provided by security personnel, highlighting a significant lapse in crowd control at the busy station.
[](https://news.abplive.com/cities/kanwariyas-brutally-thrash-crpf-jawan-at-up-mirzapur-station-after-argument-over-tickets-video-1789076)[](https://www.jansatta.com/rajya/crpf-jawan-kicked-punched-by-kanwariyas-at-mirzapur-railway-station-in-uttar-pradesh-seven-arrested-video-viral/4053863/)Response and Legal Action
Following the incident, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) acted swiftly, registering a case against the Kanwariyas under Sections 115(2) (voluntarily causing hurt), 352 (intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and Sections 145 and 147 of the Indian Railways Act. Three FIRs (411/25, 412/25, and 413/25) were filed at the RPF post in Mirzapur. Seven Kanwariyas were arrested, with four identified as minors and sent to Child Line, while the remaining three face ongoing legal proceedings. Efforts are underway to apprehend other individuals involved in the attack.
[](https://www.ssbcrack.com/2025/07/kanwariyas-brutally-assault-crpf-jawan-at-mirzapur-railway-station-bystanders-remain-passive.html)[](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/uttar-pradesh/kanwariyas-assault-crfp-jawan-in-uttar-pradesh-three-arrested/article69833873.ece)[](https://www.tv9hindi.com/state/kanwariya-violence-crpf-jawan-attack-mirzapur-railway-station-viral-video-3397321.html)RPF in-charge Inspector Chaman Singh Tomar confirmed the arrests, stating, “Seven Kanwariyas have been arrested in the case of beating up a CRPF jawan,” and emphasized that investigations are continuing to determine the full sequence of events. Despite the assault, Gautam reportedly boarded his train and proceeded to his destination after receiving initial medical attention.
[](https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/india/crpf-jawan-kicked-punched-by-kanwariyas-at-mirzapur-railway-station-in-up-7-arrested-video-2025-07-19-999614)[](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/watch-kanwariyas-kick-punch-crpf-jawan-at-mirapur-station-over-ticket-dispute-arrested-13298320.html)Context: The Kanwar Yatra and Rising Tensions
The incident occurred during the Kanwar Yatra, an annual pilgrimage held during the Hindu month of Shravan (July 11–July 23, 2025), where devotees, known as Kanwariyas, carry holy water from the Ganga River to offer at Shiva temples. While the Yatra is a significant spiritual event, recent years have seen reports of unruly behavior by some pilgrims, including vandalism and clashes with locals, raising concerns about public order. The assault on a uniformed CRPF jawan has intensified scrutiny of crowd management and security measures during the pilgrimage.
[](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/uttar-pradesh/kanwariyas-assault-crfp-jawan-in-uttar-pradesh-three-arrested/article69833873.ece)[](https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/india/crpf-jawan-kicked-punched-by-kanwariyas-at-mirzapur-railway-station-in-up-7-arrested-video-2025-07-19-999614)This incident follows other reported disruptions during the 2025 Kanwar Yatra, such as Kanwariyas vandalizing a dhaba in Uttar Pradesh for not displaying the owners’ identity and protests by groups like the Hindu Raksha Dal against non-vegetarian food outlets during Shravan. These events underscore the challenges of maintaining law and order during large-scale religious gatherings.
[](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/uttar-pradesh/kanwariyas-assault-crfp-jawan-in-uttar-pradesh-three-arrested/article69833873.ece)[](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/watch-kanwariyas-kick-punch-crpf-jawan-at-mirapur-station-over-ticket-dispute-arrested-13298320.html)The Kanwar Yatra, while a deeply spiritual tradition, has been marred by isolated incidents of violence and disruption, prompting calls for stricter crowd control and accountability for unlawful behavior.
[](https://www.ssbcrack.com/2025/07/kanwariyas-brutally-assault-crpf-jawan-at-mirzapur-railway-station-bystanders-remain-passive.html)Public Outrage and Broader Implications
The viral video of the assault has sparked widespread condemnation on social media, with users expressing shock at the brazen attack on a uniformed soldier. One commentator noted, “This isn’t about religion at all, it’s about law and order crumbling! Our soldiers sacrifice everything for us, yet they face such treatment.” Others have questioned the fairness of legal responses, alleging that the arrested Kanwariyas may have been released on bail, though these claims remain unverified.
The incident has reignited debates about the treatment of security personnel and the need for robust measures to prevent mob violence. Some posts on X have highlighted perceived double standards in legal accountability, arguing that similar actions by individuals from other communities might have faced harsher consequences. These sentiments, while reflecting public frustration, remain inconclusive without official confirmation.
The Path Forward: Addressing Violence and Ensuring Safety
The assault on Gautam underscores the urgent need for improved security protocols at public spaces like railway stations, especially during high-traffic events like the Kanwar Yatra. Authorities have been urged to enhance crowd control measures, including increased deployment of RPF and Government Railway Police (GRP) personnel, to prevent such incidents. The use of CCTV footage in this case highlights the importance of surveillance in ensuring accountability, but the lack of immediate intervention raises questions about on-ground responsiveness.
[](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/crpf-jawan-punched-kicked-by-kanwariyas-in-ups-mirzapur-report-101752931385531.html)Moving forward, policymakers and law enforcement must balance respect for religious traditions with the enforcement of public order. Community leaders have called for awareness campaigns to promote peaceful conduct among Kanwariyas, while others advocate for stricter penalties for violence during pilgrimages. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need to protect those who serve the nation, ensuring that such acts of aggression are met with swift and just consequences.
[](https://news.abplive.com/cities/kanwariyas-brutally-thrash-crpf-jawan-at-up-mirzapur-station-after-argument-over-tickets-video-1789076)References
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