FIR Filed After NHAI Team Attacked While Closing Illegal Highway Cut in Kaushambi
FIR registered after NHAI team attacked during attempt to close illegal highway cut in Kaushambi
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An FIR was filed in Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India, after a National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) team was attacked while attempting to close an illegal highway cut created by dhaba owners. The incident raised concerns over road safety as unauthorized cuts pose a risk of accidents.
- 01NHAI team was attacked while closing an illegal highway cut.
- 02The illegal cut was created by dhaba owners to attract customers.
- 03The incident occurred in Kokhraj area of Kaushambi district.
- 04Around 50 unidentified individuals allegedly assaulted the NHAI team.
- 05An investigation is underway, and action will be taken against those involved.
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On May 6, a team from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) attempted to close an illegal highway cut in Kokhraj area of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India, created by local dhaba owners to attract customers. This unauthorized cut posed significant safety risks for motorists. During the operation, NHAI incident manager Pradeep Kumar and his team were confronted by the dhaba owner, who arrived with approximately 50 unidentified individuals. The group allegedly verbally abused and physically assaulted the NHAI team, forcing them to stop their work. Following this incident, Kumar filed a complaint at the Kokhraj police station, leading to the registration of an FIR against the dhaba owner and the unidentified assailants. Kokhraj police have initiated an investigation and are committed to taking appropriate action against those found responsible.
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This incident highlights the ongoing issue of unauthorized highway cuts, which can lead to increased accidents and jeopardize road safety for commuters in the region.
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