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Car Runs Over Nihang in Mohali After He Intervenes in Smoking Incident, Three Arrested
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 02:37 AM
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Police say a vehicle struck a Nihang who intervened to stop someone smoking, injuring him; three suspects have been arrested.
Authorities in Mohali, Punjab, reported that a vehicle deliberately ran over a Nihang who had stepped in to prevent a person from smoking in a public area. The incident unfolded when the Sikh warrior confronted the smoker, prompting the driver to accelerate the car over the man's body.
The impact left the Nihang with injuries that required medical attention, though details of his condition have not been disclosed. Bystanders called the police, and the scene was secured promptly.
Local police launched an investigation, identified three individuals believed to be involved in the assault, and placed them under arrest. The suspects are being held for further questioning, and the case is being forwarded to the crime branch for a detailed probe.
Officials emphasized that any act of violence, especially against religious figures, will be dealt with strictly under the law. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities gather additional evidence and statements from witnesses.
The impact left the Nihang with injuries that required medical attention, though details of his condition have not been disclosed. Bystanders called the police, and the scene was secured promptly.
Local police launched an investigation, identified three individuals believed to be involved in the assault, and placed them under arrest. The suspects are being held for further questioning, and the case is being forwarded to the crime branch for a detailed probe.
Officials emphasized that any act of violence, especially against religious figures, will be dealt with strictly under the law. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities gather additional evidence and statements from witnesses.