Nine people are accused of assaulting and harassing tourists at Sinhagad Fort in Pune, including an eight-year-old girl, over their clothing, police say. The incident occurs on August 16 and lasts about two hours, according to the report.
Pune’s Haveli Police register a case against the nine individuals. Police state the accused not only assault tourists but also intimidate people during the same period. The report notes the timing is a day after India’s 80th Independence Day, placing the incident in the context of increased travel and public activity around the holiday.
Across the available sources, the core details remain consistent: the location is Sinhagad Fort in Pune, the alleged trigger is tourists’ shorts, the alleged conduct includes thrashing and intimidation, and the police case is filed against nine people. The reports do not provide additional perspectives from the accused or the affected tourists beyond the allegation and the duration of the confrontation.
