Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, say a group of kanwariyas allegedly vandalised a pickup vehicle after it reportedly “brushed” or made contact with a kanwar during the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway route. The incident is reported to have occurred near Khadar Chowk in Purkazi town on Wednesday night, involving kanwariyas returning from Haridwar with holy water in kanwars. Station House Officer (SHO) Manvendra Singh Bhati said the pickup vehicle allegedly came in close contact with one of the kanwars, which sparked anger among the pilgrims. According to the reports, the situation turned violent when the pilgrims allegedly vandalised the vehicle, prompting police to rush to the spot and restore order. The commotion briefly affected traffic on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway, before movement was later restored. Police seized the pickup vehicle and launched an investigation. After the incident and police intervention, the kanwariyas reportedly resumed their yatra.
Kanwariyas allegedly vandalise pickup after vehicle brushes against kanwar in Muzaffarnagar
Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, say a group of kanwariyas allegedly vandalised a pickup vehicle after it reportedly “brushed” or made contact with a kanwar during the Delhi-Haridwar National H...
- Police say a pickup vehicle allegedly brushed against a kanwar during the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway journey in Muzaffarnagar.
- The incident occurred near Khadar Chowk in Purkazi town on Wednesday night during kanwariyas’ return from Haridwar with holy water.
- SHO Manvendra Singh Bhati says the alleged contact triggered anger among pilgrims.
- Pilots of the altercation allegedly led to vandalism of the pickup vehicle; police restored order and traffic was briefly affected.
- Police seized the vehicle and investigate the incident; kanwariyas later resumed their yatra.
Muzaffarnagar: A group of kanwariyas allegedly vandalised a pickup vehicle after it apparently came in contact with a 'kanwar' on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway in Muzaffarnagar district, police said on Thursday.The kanwariyas later resumed their yatra, while police seized the pickup vehicle and launched an investigation into the incident.A minor altercation during the ongoing Kanwar Yatra in Muzaffarnagar district turned violent after a group of Kanwariyas allegedly vandalised several vehicles in the Purkazi police station area.According to reports, the incident was triggered by a minor disagreement with… pic.twitter.com/ejHr3yDdjq— Hate Detector (@HateDetectors) July 16, 2026 The incident took place near Khadar Chowk in Purkazi town on Wednesday night when a group of kanwariyas, including Naveen, Prince and Navneet, was returning from Haridwar carrying holy water in 'kanwars'.According to Station House Officer (SHO) Manvendra Singh Bhati, the pickup vehicle allegedly brushed against one of the 'kanwars', triggering anger among the pilgrims who allegedly vandalised the vehicle.Armed Men in 20 SUVs Storm Gurugram Worksite, Demand Extortion Money From Contractor - VIDEO Police rushed to the spot on receiving information about the incident and brought the situation under control, the SHO said.Traffic on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway, which was briefly affected due to the commotion, was later restored, police said. (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
3 hours agoAccording to Station House Officer (SHO) Manvendra Singh Bhati, the pickup vehicle allegedly brushed against one of the 'kanwars', triggering anger among the pilgrims who allegedly vandalised the vehicle.
5 hours agoKanwariyas allegedly vandalized a pickup vehicle on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway. The incident occurred after the vehicle apparently came in contact with a kanwar. Police rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control. The kanwariyas later resumed their yatra after the commotion. Authorities have seized the vehicle and are investigating the matter.
6 hours agoMuzaffarnagar: A group of kanwariyas allegedly vandalised a pickup vehicle after it apparently came in contact with a 'kanwar' on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway in Muzaffarnagar district, police said on Thursday.The kanwariyas later resumed their yatra, while police seized the pickup vehicle and launched an investigation into the incident.Also Read: 'Don't ask me to end fast, join July 20 march instead': Sonam Wangchuk amid hunger strikeThe incident took place near Khadar Chowk in Purkazi town on Wednesday night when a group of kanwariyas, including Naveen, Prince and Navneet, was returning from Haridwar carrying holy water in 'kanwars'.According to Station House Officer (SHO) Manvendra Singh Bhati, the pickup vehicle allegedly brushed against one of the 'kanwars', triggering anger among the pilgrims who allegedly vandalised the vehicle.Also Read: ISRO resignations: Govt tightens exit rules for Gaganyaan and other critical projects after 100+ reported departuresPolice rushed to the spot on receiving information about the incident and brought the situation under control, the SHO said.Traffic on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway, which was briefly affected due to the commotion, was later restored, police said.
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