Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Army Jawan Assaulted by Toll Staff in Meerut
An army soldier was attacked by toll workers in Meerut, India.
He showed his ID to pass quickly, but the staff attacked him with sticks and rods.
The incident, which happened on August 17, caused outrage, and a video went viral.
The toll operator lost their contract, and NHAI took over.
Eight people have been arrested.
The jawan said the mental wound from this attack is more lasting than physical injuries.
The police are investigating and the army is seeking justice.
An army jawan was assaulted by toll plaza staff in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
The incident occurred on August 17 when the jawan was on his way to the Delhi airport.
The assault happened after the jawan requested to pass quickly, showing his ID.
Eight accused have been arrested, and searches are ongoing for others.
NHAI cancelled the toll operator's contract and took over management.
- Who
- Army jawan Kapil Panwar and toll plaza staff.
- What
- An army jawan was assaulted by toll plaza staff.
- When
- August 17
- Where
- Bhuni toll plaza in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- The reason for the assault was the jawan's request to pass quickly.
Army/Public View
Toll Plaza Staff (implied)
Severity of Punishment
Army/Public View
The toll staff should be punished severely for the assault.
Toll Plaza Staff (implied)
The toll staff has the right to defend themselves if they feel threatened.
- Victim
- Army jawan Kapil Panwar
- Location
- Bhuni toll plaza, Meerut
- Date
- August 17
- Accused Arrested
- Eight
- Charges
- Attempt to murder, unlawful assembly, and robbery
- NHAI Action
- Cancelled contract and took over management