Rohtak, Haryana: An international para weightlifter, Rohit, was brutally killed in Rohtak, Haryana, after intervening to stop the harassment of women at a wedding ceremony.
According to Indian media, more than a dozen guests at the wedding attacked Rohit with sticks and weapons following his protest against inappropriate behavior towards women. The injured athlete was initially taken to a local hospital but succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
The incident took place in Bhawani village, where Rohit had attended the wedding of his friend Jitan’s relative.
Reports indicate that during the ceremony, a man named Rahul, reportedly intoxicated, made inappropriate remarks towards women. Rohit confronted him, which led to a brief altercation that was initially resolved by other guests.
However, on their way back, Rahul and his accomplices stopped Rohit’s car and attacked him with rods and sticks. Police were informed immediately after the assault.
Authorities have registered a case and launched an investigation, while the search for the suspects is ongoing.