Kanwar Yatra Route Sabotaged In Delhi? Glass Shards Found Scattered On Route In Shahdara

New Delhi: Amid the ongoing Kanwar Yatra, a group of miscreants allegedly scattered glass pieces over a kilometre-long stretch of the revered Kanwar Yatra route in Delhi's Shahdara. The incident has left devotees and authorities aghast. The alleged malicious act, which has left the people in the locality shocked, prompted a quick response from the local authorities, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta taking personal cognisance of the situation.

The discovery of glass shards on the route has raised serious questions about the safety and security of the pilgrims on their Kanwar Yatra, a sacred pilgrimage that attracts millions of devotees from across the country. As the concerned authorities scramble to identify and apprehend the perpetrators, the people of Delhi are left wondering how such a brazen act of malice could occur in the nation's capital.

Glass Shards Found On 1 Km Stretch of Kanwar Yatra Route In Shahdara

According to reports, the glass shards were found on a 1 km stretch of the route, from Chintamani Chowk to Shahdara Flyover. The local MLA, Sanjay Goyal, was quick to respond to the incident, and PWD employees were called in to clean up the route. As per locals, this is not the first time glass shards have been found on this route, and a similar incident occurred on Friday earlier, leading to concerns about a possible conspiracy. 

The Delhi government has taken serious note of the incident, with Minister Kapil Mishra directing the Delhi Police and other concerned authorities to investigate the matter. The police are currently reviewing CCTV footage to identify the perpetrators behind the act. "It seems like a deliberate attempt to harm the Kanwariyas," said MLA Sanjay Goyal. He added, "We will not tolerate such acts of vandalism and will take all necessary steps to ensure the safety of the pilgrims."

He said, "While the Delhi government under Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and all respected ministers are making grand arrangements to welcome Shiv devotees entering Delhi through Apsara Border and other routes — including floral showers, decorative gates, medical aid, sanitation, and tight security — some anti-social elements are trying to disrupt the pilgrimage. These miscreants, with a small-minded mentality, have deliberately spread glass shards on the Kanwar route, intending to injure devotees and create resentment against the government."

CM Rekha Gupta Orders FIR Against Alleged Perpetrators

The Chief Minister's directive to file an FIR against the perpetrators has sent a strong message that such acts of vandalism will not be tolerated. The Delhi police have assured that all necessary measures will be taken to ensure the smooth conduct of the Kanwar Yatra, and no disruption will be allowed.

As the investigation into the incident continues, the people of Delhi are left to ponder the motivations behind such a heinous act. 

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra took to X to raise the incident and assured that the Delhi government will not allow any disruption in the Kanwar Yatra. On the other hand, the people are raising questions on whether it was a deliberate attempt to disrupt the sacred pilgrimage, or was it simply a mindless act of vandalism? 

The Kanwar Yatra is an important event in the Hindu calendar, and the Delhi government has made extensive preparations to ensure the smooth conduct of the pilgrimage. Meanwhile, the scattering of glass shards on the route has raised concerns about the possibility of harm to the pilgrims and the need for increased vigilance.

The police have also urged the citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Further details regarding the incident are awaited.