Woman Advocate Assaulted at Lucknow Gym in Exercise Equipment Dispute
A 25-year-old woman advocate was allegedly assaulted and molested at a gym in the Indiranagar area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, after a minor disagreement over exercise equipment escalated into a violent confrontation, according to police officials. The incident, which occurred on Friday morning, has sparked outrage and led to the registration of a formal police case as investigations continue.
Details of the Alleged Assault
The complainant, whose identity has been withheld for privacy and safety reasons, informed the police that she visited the gym near Polytechnic with her younger sister. During their workout session, a dispute arose with another woman, identified as Manisha, over the use of exercise equipment. What began as a verbal argument quickly intensified into a heated spat, prompting Manisha to leave the gym premises in anger.
However, the situation took a dangerous turn when Manisha returned shortly after with five men, one of whom has been named as Vishal. The group allegedly launched a physical assault on the woman advocate, subjecting her to abuse and molestation. In the ensuing scuffle, Vishal attempted to snatch her gold chain, which broke during the altercation, and he reportedly took away a portion of the chain.
Violence Escalates with Sister's Injury
The violence did not stop there. The complainant's younger sister was also targeted during the attack, with Manisha allegedly assaulting her with a steel water bottle. The impact caused the sister to fall unconscious, adding to the severity of the incident. The woman advocate recounted that while she tried to lift her injured sister, Vishal made obscene gestures, further traumatizing the victims.
This brutal episode has raised serious concerns about safety and security in public spaces like gyms, especially for women. The alleged actions of the accused highlight a disturbing trend of disputes escalating into physical violence, with multiple perpetrators involved.
Police Response and Investigation
Inspector Rakesh Maurya of the Ghazipur (Indiranagar) police station confirmed that a case has been registered based on the complaint filed by the woman advocate. The police are actively investigating the matter to gather evidence, identify all individuals involved, and take appropriate legal action. Further details are awaited as the probe progresses, with authorities emphasizing their commitment to ensuring justice for the victims.
The incident underscores the need for enhanced security measures and conflict resolution mechanisms in fitness centers to prevent such occurrences. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of reporting such crimes promptly to law enforcement agencies to hold perpetrators accountable.
