A Reddit post alleging an incident of assault and regional discrimination in Bengaluru’s HSR Layout has garnered significant online attention, prompting discussions about the treatment of individuals from India's North Eastern states in urban areas. The user, who stated they recently relocated to the city, claimed they were punched by two men in public after identifying their origin from the North East, followed by a question about being "from the North."
The post has sparked considerable public reaction online, with many users urging the alleged victim to file a police report and seek official intervention. As of the time of reporting, the Bengaluru Police have not issued a public statement regarding the alleged incident. The individual at the center of the allegations has expressed a desire for accountability and a formal response from law enforcement.
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