Dombivli Neighbor Dispute: English Greeting Triggers Violence

A Polite “Excuse Me” Ignites Conflict

The Confrontation

In Dombivli, a simple English greeting sparked a violent dispute between neighbors. The Dhoble family reportedly attacked Poonam Gupta, her friend, and her husband because of the language used in the greeting.

Event Breakdown

• Poonam Gupta, a resident of Ganesh Shraddha building in old Dombivli, came home with her nine-month-old child and friend, Jyoti Chavan.
• A gathering was happening at the Dhobles’ residence, and their relatives were obstructing the entrance.
• Gupta kindly said “excuse me” in English to pass, which upset the Dhoble family.
• The disagreement intensified rapidly, with Jyoti being assaulted first, followed by Gupta, who was carrying her baby.
• Gupta’s husband, Ankit, arrived later and was beaten with a stick.

Police Intervention

Both families registered cross-complaints of assault at the Vishnu Nagar police station. Initially, a non-cognizable cross-complaint was filed due to injuries on both sides. However, after CCTV footage of the incident circulated on social media, police are reevaluating their position.

Present Circumstances

Poonam Gupta has been requested to provide a new statement, and appropriate measures will be taken based on her statement if she decides to file an FIR. Gupta, who works as an accountant along with her friend, expressed that the family is now living in fear.