Nashik Police Arrest Six in Coaching Centre Attack Over Language Dispute
In a significant development, the Nashik city police have taken swift action by arresting six individuals in connection with a violent attack on an employee at a coaching centre located in the Sharanpur Road area. The incident, which has sparked concerns over language-based tensions and political interference in educational institutions, occurred earlier this week.
Details of the Arrested Accused
The police have identified the six arrested persons as Mayur Buchkule (29), Akshay Kombde (30), Bajirao Mate (36), Meghraj Navle (33), Rohit Ugaokar (33), and Lalit Wagh (30). All of them are residents of various localities across Nashik city. Their arrests followed a thorough investigation into the assault that took place at the coaching centre.
Incident Overview and Police Statement
According to Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Sandeep Mitke, the accused individuals forcibly entered the coaching centre around 11 am on Wednesday. They allegedly identified themselves as members of a specific political party before proceeding to physically assault one of the employees. The motive behind the attack, as stated by the accused, was their claim that the coaching centre's staff were troubling a particular student and others by insisting that only Hindi be spoken in the classroom.
The victim's complaint further reveals that these so-called "political activists" issued a severe threat. They warned that if all Hindi-speaking teachers did not resign and leave for their home states within seven days, they would ransack the entire coaching centre. This ultimatum has raised alarms about potential intimidation tactics targeting educators based on linguistic preferences.
Legal Actions and Investigation
The Sarkarwada police station promptly registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the accused under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for voluntarily causing hurt. Taking the matter seriously, law enforcement officials quickly traced and apprehended the suspects. The investigation is ongoing, with the Sarkarwada police delving deeper into the case to uncover any further details or connections.
This incident highlights ongoing issues related to language politics and safety in educational settings. The police's prompt response underscores their commitment to maintaining order and protecting citizens from such acts of violence. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the legal process unfolds.
