An FIR has been registered at Noida Phase-1 police station following the workers’ protest on Monday and Tuesday that escalated into violence. The case includes charges related to rioting, causing hurt,
obstructing public servants, wrongful confinement and damage to property. The protest involved workers of the Motherson company in Sectors 1 and 6, who had gathered over demands linked to wages, allowances and leave policies.
What FIR says?
According to the FIR, the workers initially staged a sit-in protest. Police forces had already been deployed in the area to maintain order. However, the situation worsened as protesters refused to disperse despite repeated appeals for peaceful dialogue.
The crowd began raising slogans and later blocked key roads, including the main route leading to the Sandeep Paper Mill. The group then moved towards the Chilla Border via a roundabout and sat on the road, completely blocking the Delhi-Noida Expressway. This led to severe disruption of traffic movement.
Violence and damage to property
The FIR states that the protest turned violent during the course of events. Protesters allegedly attacked the gates of the Motherson company and damaged CCTV cameras installed at the premises. Public property was also affected, including flower pots placed by the Noida Authority and government barricades.
Stone pelting was reported during the clash. Sub-Inspector Yogendra Singh sustained injuries to his face and chest after being hit by stones. He was rushed to the District Hospital by Sub-Inspector Brijpal Singh for treatment.
Police action and control measures
Following the escalation, police cordoned off the area and took steps to disperse the crowd. The situation was eventually brought under control. Authorities continue to monitor the developments after restoring order in the affected areas.
What the FIR sections mean?
The FIR has been lodged under Sections 191(2), 115(2), 121(1), 127(2), 324(4), 3(5) and 7. These sections indicate the involvement of an unlawful assembly engaged in violence, causing injury, obstructing officials, restricting movement and damaging property.
Section 191(2) relates to rioting, while Section 115(2) deals with voluntarily causing hurt. Section 121(1) applies when harm is caused to a public servant to prevent them from performing duty. Section 127(2) addresses wrongful confinement. Section 324(4) concerns damage to property. Section 3(5) establishes joint liability, meaning all involved can be held responsible for the act. Section 7 explains sentencing provisions.
Accused and ongoing probe
The FIR names 12 individuals and also includes 100 to 150 unidentified persons believed to be involved. Reports indicate that most of the protesters were from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Separate FIR over misleading video
In a related development, Noida Police have also registered another FIR against RJD spokespersons Priyanka Bharti and Kanchana Yadav. They have been accused of sharing a misleading video and falsely linking it to Noida.
Police said the video created fear and mistrust in different parts of the city and was circulated in a planned manner to damage the image of the police and spread provocative content. Investigations in both cases are ongoing.
FIR against RJD
Noida Police have registered an FIR against two RJD national spokespersons, Priyanka Bharti and Kanchana Yadav, for allegedly sharing misleading videos and falsely linking them to incidents in Noida. Police said the circulation of such content created fear and mistrust across different parts of the city.
Allegations of spreading misinformation
According to officials, the videos were shared in a premeditated manner with the intent to tarnish the image of the police. The accused are alleged to have attempted to disturb law and order by creating a misleading narrative and inciting the public through provocative information.
Legal provisions invoked
The case has been registered under Section 353(1)(b) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with Sections 66 and 66D of the Information Technology Act. These provisions relate to spreading false information and online offences.
Individuals named in FIR
The FIR also names two individuals linked to the circulation of the videos. Jitendra Kumar Dausa allegedly posted a video on Facebook showing a man being beaten and claimed it was from Noida. However, police investigation revealed that the video actually originated from Shahdol in Madhya Pradesh.
Another accused, operating the X (Twitter) handle @ItsKtyni, shared a video claiming that an arson incident had taken place in Sector-62, Noida. Police found that the video was completely fake and from a different location.
Police said both accused individuals attempted to incite the public by spreading fabricated content. The false information created fear and anger among residents, leading to tension in several areas of Noida.
Authorities stated that the situation had a negative impact on law and order, and the accused have been booked under strict legal provisions for spreading rumours and disturbing peace.
