New Delhi | June 25, 2025 | Manali Tourist Assault Video: A disturbing video from Manali shows a tourist family being violently assaulted in broad daylight on June 22, 2025. The victims, including a four-month-old infant, were attacked by locals following a minor parking dispute on Mission Road. Pradeep (35) from Haryana was vacationing with his wife Deepika (28), baby Jiya, and four relatives when their rented scooters were blocked by a jeep. What began as an argument over moving vehicles escalated into physical violence when the assailant allegedly grabbed Deepika by the throat while she held their infant, slamming them both to the ground.
Police Response and Legal Action
After the viral video sparked national outrage, Manali police registered a case under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita including assault on a woman and causing hurt with dangerous means. The delayed initial response has raised questions about tourist protection mechanisms in the popular hill station, especially considering recent safety incidents like the zipline accident that injured a 12-year-old just days earlier.
Went to Manali for memories,
Came back with scars.No safety, no help, felt worse than Pakistan.
– Tourist beaten with family pic.twitter.com/hgnIvvjcfv— Mohd Shadab Khan (@VoxShadabKhan) June 24, 2025
Manali Tourist Assault Video: Impact on Himachal Tourism
This violent incident threatens Himachal Pradesh’s reputation as a safe tourist destination. While the state maintains generally low crime rates, such attacks create lasting fear among visitors. The tourism-dependent region must implement visible policing and better conflict resolution systems to protect both visitors and local livelihoods. As vacationers increasingly share their traumatic experiences online, the urgent need for improved safety measures becomes undeniable.
Key Points of the Case:
Occurred June 22 near Vashisht Temple
7 family members attacked including infant
Primary accused booked under 5 BNS sections
Video evidence shows casteist slurs and threats
