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FIR in Juhu Bus Assault as Mumbai Restores BEST Services After Maratha Morcha Disruptions

Investigators are reviewing CCTV alongside a viral clip to identify 8–12 suspects who allegedly attacked a passenger on a wet‑leased bus.

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Overview

  • Juhu police registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions for rioting, assault and damage to public property against roughly 8–12 unidentified people.
  • The altercation occurred around 7:15 pm on August 31 on route 201 at Juhu bus station when the bus was parked without staff, reportedly after a dispute over seats.
  • A passenger was allegedly dragged inside and assaulted, and the right‑side third window from the rear was smashed before the group dispersed.
  • A widely shared video shows people in saffron caps and scarves trading blows with passengers; by the time officers reached the spot, those involved had fled.
  • After days of diversions that affected up to 52 routes, BEST resumed services from CSMT on September 2 and reported full restoration of affected routes on September 3.