SaralnamaA cloth trader in Meerut had to apologize on to save himself from a mob. The incident occurred near Mehta Hotel, Tejgarhi Chowk, when the trader and his friend were leaving after dinner. Their car was blocked, leading to an argument. BJP leader Vikul Chaprana, using a minister's name, forced the trader to rub his nose on the ground. The victim, Satyam Rastogi, said he apologized to protect himself and his friend. BJP has suspended Chaprana. Police filed a case, but Vaishya community leaders demand stricter action. The incident has sparked outrage among Vaishya groups in Meerut. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 07:14 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A cloth trader in Meerut had to apologize on 19 Oct 2023 to save himself from a mob
- The incident occurred near Mehta Hotel, Tejgarhi Chowk, when the trader and his friend were leaving after dinner
- Their car was blocked, leading to an argument