On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, GRP Head Constable Mansingh can be seen brutally assaulting a disabled man sleeping on Platform 1 at Nagda railway station in Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, by slapping and kicking him repeatedly, as captured in a viral video recorded by an AC coach passenger around 10 am Tuesday.
The brutal incident ironically took place on international disability day.
The footage spread rapidly on social media, prompting GRP Superintendent Padmavilochan Shukla to reportedly suspend Mansingh within hours for gross negligence and misconduct under Madhya Pradesh Police Regulations Rule 64, tarnishing the force’s image.
Mansingh claimed the victim was drunk and abusive, but the excessive force drew nationwide outrage from netizens, activists, and officials demanding accountability and sensitivity training.
Brutal Assault Unfolds
The incident happened at Nagda station, 60 km from Ujjain, where the disabled man rested peacefully with his bag nearby before Mansingh, in civilian clothes, approached and launched the unprovoked attack.
Video evidence shows the officer grabbing the man’s legs, dragging him, delivering multiple slaps to the face, and kicking his body as the victim scrambled for his belongings and fled in tears.
This shocking display of violence occurred amid global observances for disability rights, on international disability day 2025, amplifying public dismay over police handling of vulnerable individuals at public spaces like railway platforms.
Swift Suspension and Official Response
GRP SP Padmavilochan Shukla acted decisively post-viral video, attaching Mansingh to the Railway Police Line in Indore with strict orders not to leave headquarters without permission. The suspension letter highlighted indiscipline, negligence, and damage to public trust in railway police, violating service rules.
Social media users like Anurag Dwary shared the clip with captions questioning humanity on Divyang Diwas, fuelling demands for inquiry; Mansingh’s defence of the man’s alleged intoxication failed to quell criticism of disproportionate force against a defenceless person.
Wider Calls for Reform
The event underscores recurring concerns about police interactions with persons with disabilities, who often face heightened vulnerability in transit hubs.
Activists point to similar past incidents, urging mandatory training on empathy and de-escalation, while passengers recount the helpless man’s distress, humanising the story of abuse on a day meant for inclusion.
No formal charges beyond suspension have been announced yet, but the case has ignited discussions on enforcing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act more rigorously in law enforcement.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
Such brutality shatters the spirit of dignity and empathy that International Day of Persons with Disabilities seeks to uphold, revealing a deep need for compassion in positions of authority.
Police must serve as protectors, not aggressors, especially towards those already battling daily barriers, to nurture a harmonious society rooted in kindness and respect. True change demands rigorous training, oversight, and cultural shifts towards inclusion.
