HE HIT ME, PUNCHED ME; I WAS ONLY DOING MY JOB: SPICEJET EMPLOYEE THRASHED BY ARMY OFFICER
Incident Overview
On July 26, 2025, a violent episode unfolded at Srinagar Airport when a senior Army officer allegedly assaulted four SpiceJet ground staff members during boarding of flight SG-386 to Delhi. The dispute started over the officer being asked to pay for carrying excess cabin baggage.
Details of the Assault
The officer was carrying two cabin bags weighing a combined 16 kg, exceeding SpiceJet’s 7 kg cabin baggage limit.
Upon being stopped and informed about the extra baggage fee, the officer reportedly became aggressive and refused to comply.
The quarrel escalated, resulting in the officer physically attacking the staff with punches, repeated kicks, and a queue stand.
One staff member, Mudasir Ahmad, suffered a spinal fracture after being repeatedly hit; another sustained a serious jaw injury.
Videos circulated on social media reveal the officer kicking a staff member even after they had collapsed unconscious.
Response and Investigation
SpiceJet filed a police complaint, labeling the incident a "murderous assault," and requested the officer be placed on a no-fly list.
An FIR was registered against the officer on charges including voluntarily causing hurt and criminal intimidation.
The Indian Army stated it is taking the matter seriously, cooperating fully with investigators, and committed to upholding discipline.
The officer has also filed a counter-FIR alleging mistreatment and missing his flight due to the altercation.
Statements from the Victims
Mudasir Ahmad, one of the assaulted employees, recalled the brutal attack:
"He hit me on my face with baggage, punched me, kicked me repeatedly. I was only doing my duty when the officer lashed out violently."
The employees were rushed to hospitals for emergency treatment.
Broader Impact
The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the safety and respect of airline ground staff, especially when dealing with high-pressure situations involving military personnel. The case remains under active investigation, with calls for strict action to ensure justice and prevent recurrence.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Q1: What led to the assault on SpiceJet employees?
A dispute over excess cabin baggage fees with a senior Army officer led to the violent attack.
Q2: How many employees were assaulted and what injuries did they sustain?
Four ground staff were attacked; injuries include a spinal fracture and serious jaw trauma.
Q3: What action has SpiceJet taken?
SpiceJet filed a police complaint, requested the officer be banned from flying, and shared CCTV footage with authorities.
Q4: What is the Army’s response to this incident?
The Indian Army is cooperating fully with investigations and committed to high discipline standards.
Q5: Has the officer filed any complaints?
Yes, he filed a FIR alleging mistreatment and missing his flight.
Published on: August 5, 2025
Published by: PAVAN
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