Manali witnessed a bold stand against Khalistani propaganda as locals confronted a biker from Punjab for displaying a Khalistani flag featuring the image of terrorist Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale.
The incident unfolded on Saturday (15 March). Local Manali residents expressed outrage against Khalistani extremism and forcibly removed the Khalistani flag from the wooden mast attached to the motorcycle, sending a strong message against anti-national elements.
As Himachalis demanded the biker take down the flag glorifying the late seperatist leader Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, Khalistani supporters resorted to violence, attempting to intimidate the locals. They also injured some of the locals. However, the patriotic residents of Manali did not back down and ensured the removal of the Bhindranwale flag. The entire confrontation was captured on camera and the video has since gone viral, triggering widespread outrage across social media.
Confirming the developments, Manali DSP KD Sharma stated that action had been taken against the biker under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Khalistanis having posters of Bhindiwale were roaming in Kullu Manali area of Himachal Pradesh
Caught and forced to remove by people of Himachal. “You are Welcome to travel and enjoy Vacation BUT No Propaganda in HP”
Kudos brothers of Himachal 🫡 pic.twitter.com/05m18HVAbg
— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) March 15, 2025
What’s point of putting bhindrawale flag on the bikes and come to himachal?
these Khalistan supporter goons attacked himachal residents in UNA while going to manali pic.twitter.com/Ib2rdNwzuF
— Siddharth Bakaria (@SidHimachal) March 15, 2025
In another display of arrogance and lawlessness, a group of 20 bikers from Punjab created a ruckus at the SADA barrier in Kasol, Manikaran Valley. The barrier, meant for the maintenance of the region, requires a nominal fee, but these bikers refused to pay, broke the barrier, and forcefully entered Manikaran.
Kullu SP Karthikeyan Gokulachandran confirmed that a case has been registered against the miscreant group. This incident further highlights the growing menace of unruly elements who believe they can disrespect the law and disrupt local peace with impunity.
Himachal Pradesh has always stood for national unity, and such pro-Khalistani provocation will not be tolerated. It is high time authorities take strict action against those attempting to spread separatist agendas in the name of tourism.
