Hussain said the group started abusing him and some of them thrashed him. They also filmed the incident on their cell phones,” said a police officer. GRP Commissioner Ravindra Shisve told mid-day, “Our officials tried to contact the senior citizens but he had switched off his phone initially. We then traced him to his daughter’s house in Kalyan. He claims there were at least five people who assaulted him. Our preliminary investigation showed that the argument started over seat-sharing. With the help of local police from Dhule, we have detained three people. Further efforts are on to trace another accused.”

A case was registered under sections 189(2), 191(2), 190, 126(2), 115(2), 324(4)(5), 351(2)(3) and 352 of the BNS. Hussain told this reporter, “I am thankful to the people who raised the issue online, after which the authorities took it seriously and registered a case and took strict action. I appeal to citizens not to disturb the law-and-order situation because of me.” 

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A social worker cautioned against violence over such issues: “Carrying beef or any other food item is not a reason for violence. It’s up to individuals to resolve such differences peacefully. It’s essential that we all come together to condemn such behaviour and ensure that our society becomes more compassionate and respectful towards all individuals, regardless of their age or background.”