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Lift Altercation Over Pet Dog in Ghaziabad High-Rise Society
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Core Event
On September 12, a physical confrontation occurred in the elevator of Windsor Paradise-2 society, Raj Nagar Extension, Ghaziabad. Teacher Hina Bari attempted to board the lift while resident Shweta S (also reported as Shweta Dubey or Shweta Sube) was already inside with a pet dog and a handling stick. The dispute escalated into a scuffle during which the woman with the dog struck Bari with the stick and later slapped her. The incident was captured by the lift’s CCTV system and circulated on social media.
Background & Context
Windsor Paradise-2 society prohibits residents from entering a lift when a dog is already present. According to Shweta’s father, Din Mani, the rule is intended to prevent conflicts. Both women live on the same floor of the 24-storey building, and prior disagreements over balcony and window usage have been reported by an anonymous resident.
Data & Statistics
- Legal provisions invoked: sections 115(2) (voluntarily causing hurt) and 352 (intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
- The case was registered as a non-cognizable report (NCR), meaning police require a court order to arrest or investigate further.
- The CCTV clip runs approximately 1 minute 42 seconds, showing the exchange of blows and a security guard intervening.
Official Statements & Responses
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Ziauddin Ahmad of Nandgram police station confirmed that the NCR was filed based on Bari’s complaint and that “CCTV footage and statements from those present at the spot are being examined. The case is under investigation. No FIR has been filed yet.” Senior police official Sho Santosh Kumar Tripathi reiterated that the cited sections are non-cognizable, limiting immediate police action without judicial authorization.
Verbatim Quotes
- “She (Shweta) always takes the lift from the basement area, so people cannot enter from the ground floor. But I had come from school and was tired. I did not want to wait, so I tried to enter the lift, but she started hitting me,” — Hina Bari
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the exact identity of the woman with the dog, with variations in surname (Dubey, Sube) and age. No FIR has been filed, and the investigation remains ongoing, leaving the precise sequence of actions and any prior provocations unverified. The final legal outcome has not been disclosed.
Why It Matters
The episode highlights tensions in gated residential complexes over pet-ownership policies and shared facility usage. The non-cognizable nature of the charges underscores procedural limitations for immediate police intervention, prompting debate on whether society rules adequately address such conflicts. The viral spread of the CCTV footage has sparked public discussion on responsible pet handling and the need for clear, enforceable guidelines in high-rise environments.