Air India Express Pilot Suspended Amid Assault Allegations at Delhi Airport
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A shocking incident has unfolded at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, where a passenger was allegedly assaulted by an off-duty Air India Express pilot. The incident, which has sparked widespread outrage, has led to the pilot's suspension and a thorough investigation by authorities. According to Delhi Police, a case has been registered against pilot Virendra Sejwal under sections 115, 126, and 351 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The incident occurred on Friday at Terminal 1, where passenger Ankit Dewan was allegedly assaulted during a security check. Dewan, who was traveling with his family at the time, has shared a video of the alleged assault on social media, which has gone viral. Dewan, who has undergone a CT scan, revealed that he suffered a displaced fracture of the left nasal bone. He has submitted a detailed complaint to the police and is now focused on recovery, expressing hope that justice will be delivered in the case. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has ordered an inquiry into the incident, and Air India Express has taken swift action by suspending Sejwal from official duties. In a statement, the airline expressed regret over the incident and condemned the pilot's alleged behavior. The investigation is ongoing, with further legal action to be taken depending on the outcome and medical reports. The incident has raised concerns about airport security and the need for zero-tolerance policies towards such incidents.
