Two adolescents in Assam viciously assaulted by a mob who believed them to be thieves. The event has been recorded and shared widely online.
In the heart of Assam's Golaghat district, a distressing incident unfolded on August 1, 2025. Two teenagers, Sayan Saikia (15) and Kantu Sahani (17), were brutally assaulted by a mob led by three brothers. The incident took place in the Gelabil area under Sarupathar assembly constituency.
The assault was allegedly due to suspicion of theft. The victims were mercilessly beaten, and salt and chili water were rubbed into their wounds. Both Sayan and Kantu were rushed to a hospital for immediate treatment and are now recovering. One of the accused, Raju Srestha, has been arrested, but his brothers, Ranjit and Sasanka, remain at large. The police have launched a manhunt to apprehend them and are conducting a thorough investigation.
The incident has sparked outrage across Assam, with a video of the assault going viral on social media. The state's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, strongly condemned the act and promised strict action and a comprehensive investigation. Local MLA Biswajit Phukan also condemned the lawlessness and assured appropriate punishment for the culprits.
The Leader of the Opposition in the Assam Legislative Assembly, Debabrata Saikia, has called for immediate legal action against those responsible, condemning the alleged moral policing and assault. MLA Phukan expressed deep concerns about the lawlessness of the act, noting it as a serious breach of peace and order.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has promised a thorough investigation into the incident and assured that the culprits will face the full brunt of the law. The people of Assam stand united in their condemnation of this heinous act and demand justice for Sayan Saikia and Kantu Sahani.
[1] Assam Times - "Assam: Two Teens Brutally Assaulted in Golaghat District" [2] The Northeast Today - "Assam CM Condemns Brutal Assault on Teens in Golaghat" [3] The Sentinel - "MLA Phukan Condemns Brutal Assault on Teens in Golaghat" [4] The Indian Express - "Opposition Calls for Strict Action in Assam Teen Assault Case"
The incident involving the brutal assault of Sayan Saikia and Kantu Sahani has caused a stir in Assam, generating general-news headlines across various platforms. This crime-and-justice story, where teens were mercilessly beaten by a mob, has sparked outrage and demands for swift action, with political figures condemning the act and promising strict prosecution. [1] [2] [3] [4]
