In a shocking incident that’s raising serious questions about airport safety, a senior Indian Army officer has landed in deep trouble after allegedly thrashing SpiceJet staff at Srinagar Airport — all over an excess baggage issue.
“Murderous assault” over 16 kg hand baggage
The matter unfolded last week when the officer reportedly tried to board the flight with two cabin bags totaling 16 kg — more than double the allowed limit of 7 kg. According to SpiceJet, when their ground crew politely asked him to pay the extra charges, things took an ugly and violent turn.
Instead of following the procedure, the officer allegedly forced his way into the aerobridge, bypassing boarding protocols. A CISF official had to escort him back to the gate — but what happened next left everyone stunned.
Violence caught on video — staff seriously injured
In a disturbing video doing the rounds on social media, a man, said to be the Army officer, is seen beating up SpiceJet staff with full force — using an object to attack them, kicking, and punching them mercilessly.
One staffer reportedly suffered a spinal fracture, another had serious jaw injuries, while yet another collapsed on the floor — only to be kicked again while unconscious. One employee bled from the nose and mouth after receiving a brutal kick to the face while trying to help his colleague.
SpiceJet described it as nothing short of a “murderous assault.” All injured staff were rushed to the hospital and are undergoing treatment.
FIR registered, no-fly action initiated
The airline hasn’t taken the matter lightly. so now An FIR has been filed, and the airline has initiated the process of adding the accused to the no-fly list — which would bar him from flying in future. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has also been notified, with SpiceJet demanding strong action.
still the Army has not yet issued an official comment, social media is buzzing with reactions — many demanding accountability and questioning whether uniformed personnel should be allowed to misuse their authority like this.
your think? Should disciplinary action be taken regardless of one’s position? Or is this a one-off incident being blown out of proportion?
Let us know what you feel — because this isn’t just about rules, it’s about basic human decency.
