Karnal: A bus travelling from Delhi to Srinagar came under stone-pelting outside the Divine Star Restaurant in Nilokheri, Haryana’s Karnal district, late on October 17. The bus, which had a Jammu and Kashmir registration number, suffered damage to its windowpanes after stones were thrown at it around 10:30 pm, triggering panic among passengers.
The incident drew a response from Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who urged the Haryana government and police to take action against those responsible. The exact circumstances that led to the attack have not yet been officially established.
A video shared on Instagram by a user identified as Vikrant brought attention to the incident. In the video, he questioned why people present at the spot had not called the police while the bus was being attacked.
Instagram User Questions Why Police Were Not Called
Following the incident, Vikrant posted a video highlighting the stone-pelting outside the restaurant in Nilokheri. He alleged that nobody present at the scene contacted the police during the attack.
However, there has been no official confirmation of when the police were informed or whether anyone at the location attempted to seek help. These details remain to be verified.
The incident caused concern among passengers as the bus windows were shattered by stones and bricks. Further details about the number of passengers on board and whether anyone was injured were not available in the information provided.
Road Dispute Suspected, Exact Cause Yet to Be Confirmed
Reports circulating on social media suggest that the incident may have followed a minor collision or contact between the bus and another vehicle. The alleged road dispute may have escalated before stones were thrown at the bus.
However, this account has not been officially confirmed. The reason behind the attack and the identities of those involved remain unclear pending an investigation.
Omar Abdullah Urges Haryana Government to Take Action
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah described the incident as unfortunate in a social media post and called for action against those responsible.
He expressed hope that the Haryana government, led by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and the Haryana Police would identify and apprehend the accused. He also stressed the need to ensure that such incidents do not happen again.
The incident has drawn attention to the safety of passengers travelling between Delhi and Srinagar. Further official details about the investigation and any action taken by the Haryana Police are awaited.