Pune: Police Constable Attacked With Sickle at Pune Railway Station After Confronting Group Allegedly Smoking Ganja
Pune, 8th September 2026: A police constable was allegedly attacked with a sharp sickle by a group of men after he confronted them for allegedly smoking ganja on the railway tracks near Pune railway station. The injured constable has been identified as Akshay Bambal.
According to preliminary information, the incident took place in the Pune railway station premises while Bambal was on duty. He reportedly noticed a group of people allegedly smoking ganja near the railway tracks and approached to question them.
Police said the group, allegedly under the influence of ganja, attacked Bambal with a sharp sickle, slashing his neck and leaving him seriously injured.
The incident has raised concerns as the attack was allegedly carried out on a police personnel while he was on duty. Details regarding the number of suspects involved in the attack and whether any arrests have been made were not immediately available.
The incident comes amid concerns over rising incidents involving gangs and attacks with sickles in Pune. The attack on a police constable is likely to put the focus on the safety of police personnel and the effectiveness of law enforcement in curbing such violent incidents. Further details about the incident and police action are awaited.
