A Home Guard jawan was severely beaten for attempting to stop a group of youths from making reels on the Dhanha-Ratwal Gautambuddha Setu, a bridge connecting Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred on Monday evening when five youths attacked jawan Gamha Yadav from behind. Yadav is currently receiving treatment at Dahwa Madhubani CHC.

Gamha Yadav, who is posted in the Madrahwa Diyara area under Nadi police station, was returning home to Bhitaha after collecting rations. On the Gautambuddha Setu, he noticed five youths creating reels, which was obstructing traffic. Yadav, who was in plain clothes, advised them not to make reels on the road, citing the ongoing Dussehra festival. As he proceeded, the youths attacked him from behind and assaulted him.

Upon receiving information about the incident, the police promptly took action and arrested all five assailants. Further investigation into the matter is underway. The incident highlights issues of public nuisance and disregard for public safety during recreational activities on public infrastructure.