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Nine booked after tourists assaulted over clothing at Pune fort
Police in Pune have registered a case against nine individuals for assaulting visitors, including an eight-year-old girl, at Sinhagad Fort over their attire. The incident occurred on August 16, with the accused allegedly intimidating people for extended periods.
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Haveli Police in Pune registered a case against nine persons for assaulting tourists at Sinhagad Fort on August 16. The assault allegedly targeted visitors wearing shorts, resulting in physical violence against multiple individuals including a minor girl aged eight years.
According to police records, the accused individuals not only attacked the tourists but also engaged in intimidation tactics that lasted approximately two hours. The incident has raised concerns about visitor safety and the enforcement of dress codes at heritage sites in the region.
Sinhagad Fort, a significant historical structure near Pune, attracts domestic and international visitors regularly. The assault incident has prompted authorities to examine security protocols at the popular tourist destination and the circumstances that led to the confrontation.
The case registration marks an official acknowledgment of the incident and initiates legal proceedings against the accused. Authorities are investigating the motivations behind the assault and whether any organized group was involved in the intimidation campaign.