Faridabad Couple Attacked Over Cooking Chicken During Navratri

In a shocking incident from Faridabad, Haryana, a couple was attacked by their neighbors with knives and sickles after a dispute over cooking chicken during Navratri. The couple sustained serious injuries and had to be hospitalized for two days before being discharged.

How the Dispute Began

The incident occurred on the evening of March 30 in Nangla Enclave Part 1, near Karmabhoomi School, under the jurisdiction of Saran police station. According to the victim, Sanjay, he had just returned home after buying groceries when his wife, Geeta, asked him what to cook. He suggested cooking chicken, which allegedly angered their neighbor, Kapil, who was nearby at the time. Kapil objected to the idea of eating chicken on Navratri, leading to an argument between them.

Brutal Attack on the Couple

Following the argument, Kapil, along with his associates Amit, Jaiveer, and others, barged into Sanjay’s house and attacked the couple with knives and sickles. The victims suffered severe injuries to their heads, faces, and hands before the attackers fled, threatening to kill them.

Legal Action and Police Search

Geeta later lodged a complaint with the police, and a case has been registered against the accused. The police are currently searching for them.

This disturbing incident highlights the dangers of intolerance and violence over personal food choices, sparking concerns over communal harmony and law enforcement in the region.