A man attacked devotees with a rod inside Amritsar’s Golden Temple, injuring five. One Sikh youth is critically injured. Police arrested the attacker, Zulfan from Haryana, and another suspect who aided him. Investigations are ongoing to understand the motives behind the assault.
On Friday, a man attacked devotees with a rod at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, resulting in injuries to five individuals. According to reports from The Indian Express, one Sikh youth from Bathinda is in critical condition and is currently receiving treatment in the emergency section of the Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences & Research.
The police apprehended the assailant, identified as Zulfan from Haryana, along with another individual who had reportedly assisted him. A police spokesperson noted, “The second accused allegedly conducted reconnaissance along with the one who attacked devotees.” The incident transpired within the grounds of the oldest Guru Ram Das inn, located near the community kitchen.
The Shiromani Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee (SGPC), responsible for the temple’s management, reported that the assailant abruptly picked up a rod and began striking devotees. Reports from The Tribune indicate that Zulfan initially clashed with SGPC staff when questioned about his identity due to his suspicious behavior. Though he initially left, he returned armed and attacked both the staff and devotees attempting to restrain him.
In total, four individuals, including two SGPC helpers, sustained injuries during the melee. Following the incident, police arrested Zulfan, who also suffered injuries. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the motives behind the attack and gather further details regarding the assailant’s background.
The incident at the Golden Temple in Amritsar underscores a serious attack on public safety, resulting in injuries to multiple devotees, one critically. The quick response by law enforcement led to the arrest of the attacker and the unmasking of possible accomplices, highlighting the need for continuous vigilance in places of worship. Ongoing investigations aim to uncover the reasons behind this regrettable act.
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