Army Officer Faces Legal Action After Violent Airport Altercation

A senior army officer, Lt Col. R K Singh, has been accused of a violent incident at Srinagar Airport involving SpiceJet employees, leading to severe injuries. The altercation began over excess baggage charges and has resulted in police cases and a potential no-fly list inclusion for the officer.

In a shocking incident at Srinagar International Airport, a senior army officer has been accused of violently assaulting employees of a private airline, leaving one with a spinal fracture, officials reported on Sunday.

The alleged altercation unfolded after Lt Col. R K Singh refused to pay extra baggage charges, violating aviation security protocols. The officer reportedly assaulted SpiceJet staff, sparking legal proceedings and calls for a no-fly ban.

Authorities have registered a case under Section 115 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, while the army ensures full cooperation in the investigation, emphasizing its commitment to discipline. A viral video corroborates claims of physical aggression, which has attracted widespread condemnation.

(With inputs from agencies.)