A disturbing incident of road rage and political entitlement has surfaced from Karnataka, where the son of a prominent BJP leader was caught on camera violently assaulting toll plaza staff after a dispute over payment.
The confrontation occurred at a toll booth near Hubballi, when the vehicle carrying Archit Gunjal, son of BJP MLA Basangouda Daddal, was stopped for payment. What began as a routine transaction quickly escalated into physical violence.
The Violent Confrontation
Eyewitness accounts and viral video footage show Archit Gunjal exiting his vehicle and launching a brutal attack on toll plaza employees. The young man can be seen punching and kicking staff members while reportedly shouting threatening statements including the now-viral phrase: "Do you know who my father is?"
Multiple employees sustained injuries during the assault, which lasted several minutes before other staff members intervened. The entire incident was captured on the toll plaza's surveillance cameras, providing clear evidence of the violence.
Political Fallout and Police Response
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation across political lines, with opposition parties demanding immediate action against both the perpetrator and his father, BJP MLA Basangouda Daddal. Local police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the matter.
Key developments in the case include:
- Formal complaint filed by toll plaza management
- Multiple eyewitness accounts corroborating the assault
- Medical examination of injured staff members
- Political pressure for swift justice
Pattern of Political Entitlement
This incident highlights the growing concern about "political entitlement" in India, where children of powerful politicians often believe they are above the law. Similar cases have surfaced across various states, raising questions about accountability and the rule of law.
Public outrage has been mounting on social media platforms, with many users demanding strict punishment for the accused and calling for political parties to take responsibility for their members' behavior.
The Karnataka police have assured the public that the investigation will be conducted fairly and without political interference, though many remain skeptical given the accused's political connections.
