In Mumbai's Kamathipura, man slaps, shoves woman during quarrel; MNS says viral clip edited

Mumbai: The accused man is a member of Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and has been identified as Vinod Argile.

Updated on: Sep 1, 2022, 19:48:47 IST

By HT News Desk

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

A video of a man physically abusing an elderly woman in Mumbai's Kamathipura area allegedly over the installation of a bamboo stick (for an advertisement) in front of her shop without her consent is being widely shared on social media. The Mumbai Police said a non-cognisable offence has been registered in the case, adding three arrests have been made.

Video grab of the man slapping the women in Mumbai. (ANI tweet)

The accused man is a member of Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and has been identified as Vinod Argile.

Additional commissioner of police (Central Region) said three persons, including Argile, were arrested on Thursday.

In the video shared by news agency ANI, the man is seen pushing, shoving and slapping the woman as she falls on the ground while trying to put up a resistance against the group of men.

Later, an MNS leader said the viral video has been edited adding, Argile has temper issues. The woman in the clip had clicked a banner of the MNS and abused party workers, said MNS leader Keshav Mulay.

“The Viral video depicting Vinod Argyle is not complete. We're not supporting it. The MNS respects women but that woman kicked our party's banner and abused our party workers, which is edited out. Vinod Argile also has temper issues. We have faith in judicial system,” Mulay was quoted as saying by ANI.

The incident reportedly happened on August 28. Police said the case has been lodged at the Nagpada police station three days after later.

The woman's medical examination has been conducted, and action will be taken very soon, police have said.

An NDTV report said the MNS men were installing bamboo poles in the Mumba Devi area, but the woman, Prakash Devi, asked them not to put one in front of her medicine shop. She said the men also used abusive language against her.

A local MNS leader has said the party does not support such acts. "Our senior leaders will take action against it. But the video being shown is incomplete," Keshav Mule, local ward chief, was quoted as saying by Free Press Journal.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Catch every big hit, every wicket with Crickit, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Infographics & much more. Explore now!

Stay updated with all the Breaking News and Latest News from Mumbai. Click here for comprehensive coverage of top Cities including Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, and more across India along with Stay informed on the latest happenings in World News.