In a recent incident in Bhagalpur, Bihar, a video has emerged showing JD(U) legislator Gopal Mandal allegedly slapping a youth who was demanding compensation for the death of a family member in a road accident. The incident took place at Zero Mile Square area in the jurisdiction of the industrial police station, where an elderly individual lost their life in a tragic collision between a cyclist and a speeding truck.
The incident unfolded on Saturday morning when the collision occurred, resulting in severe injuries to the elderly person. Unfortunately, the victim succumbed to their injuries, leading to outrage and grief among the family members. They staged a protest on the main route from Zero Mile to Sabour, demanding compensation for their loss.
The protest caused a three-hour roadblock, leading to significant traffic disruptions. Both Traffic DSP and local police officials were deployed to the scene to manage the situation and pacify the agitated family members.
However, tensions escalated when JD(U) legislator Gopal Mandal arrived at the scene. Reports suggest that Mandal became agitated and allegedly slapped one of the deceased’s family members during the confrontation. The video capturing the incident has gone viral, attracting widespread attention and criticism.
Surprisingly, the youth who was slapped by Mandal downplayed the incident, describing Gopal Mandal as an elder brother and minimizing any apparent issues. However, the controversy surrounding the incident remains.
In response to the allegations, Gopal Mandal promptly offered clarification, claiming that he was being pulled and disturbed by the individuals involved, which prompted him to take such action. Additionally, Mandal stated that the deceased belonged to the neighboring panchayat of his assembly constituency. He assured the public that he would write to the DM and transport department to address the compensation demand and ensure financial assistance for the deceased’s family.
Despite Mandal’s assurances, the protest by agitated locals continued, highlighting the deep-rooted grievances and dissatisfaction among the community. This incident raises important questions about the conduct of public officials and the treatment of individuals seeking justice and compensation.
The controversy surrounding JD(U) legislator Gopal Mandal’s alleged slapping of a youth demanding compensation after the death of a family member in a road accident has sparked widespread outrage. The incident, captured on video, unfolded in Bhagalpur, Bihar, where an elderly individual tragically lost their life in a collision between a cyclist and a speeding truck.
Family members of the deceased took to the streets to protest, causing a three-hour roadblock and significant traffic disruptions. Despite attempts by police and administrative officials to manage the situation, tensions escalated when Gopal Mandal arrived at the scene. Allegedly becoming agitated during the confrontation, Mandal reportedly slapped one of the deceased’s family members.
While the youth downplayed the incident, describing Gopal Mandal as an elder brother, the controversy surrounding the incident remains. Mandal promptly offered clarification, explaining that he was being pulled and disturbed by the individuals involved. He also emphasized that the deceased belonged to a neighboring panchayat in his assembly constituency and vowed to ensure compensation for the family.
The incident sheds light on the conduct of public officials and raises concerns about the treatment of individuals seeking justice and compensation. The ongoing protest by agitated locals underscores the community’s deep-rooted grievances and dissatisfaction. As the investigation into this incident unfolds, the public awaits further action and accountability in this controversial matter.
