Greater Noida West: Justice turned personal in Greater Noida West after an advocate was allegedly attacked by a woman during Durga Puja celebrations. The incident has triggered serious allegations and counter-allegations, raising questions about personal vendetta, unresolved disputes and law and order.

The victim, Ashutosh Srivastava, an advocate and tenant of Shri Radha Sky Garden, Greater Noida West, alleged that he was attacked by Priti Gupta, a former resident of the same society, during a Durga Puja event on October 9, 2024.

Advocate Alleges Pre-Planned Attack

According to Ashutosh Srivastava, the accused woman had illegally occupied a flat in Radha Sky Garden several years ago. He claims he assisted the landlord in getting the flat vacated through legal means, following which she began harbouring hostility towards him.

After the flat was vacated through a legal process, she started considering me her enemy and eventually attacked me during Durga Puja,” Srivastava alleged.

Ashutosh Shrivastaba, Victim

Ashutosh further stated that he had been invited to a Durga Puja event at Tikona Park, Tech Zone-4, where he was being felicitated.

While I was enjoying the festivities with friends, she suddenly came from behind and attacked me with dandiya sticks. Shockingly, the sticks were made of iron, not wood.

Ashutosh, Victim

Sustained injuries, Undergoing treatment

Srivastava sustained injuries to his hands, legs and chest and is currently undergoing treatment at CHC Bisrakh.

Dismissing allegations of any personal dispute, he stated:

I have no personal enmity with her. The attack was purely because I helped the landlord reclaim his flat.

Victim

Police complaint filed, Demand for strict action

The advocate has lodged a formal complaint with the police, demanding strict legal action.

I have always worked within the legal framework for society’s welfare. This attack reflects how some people choose violence over law. The incident was not merely an attack on an individual but on the rule of law itself.

Victim

Accused woman admits assault, Cites ‘Quest for Justice’

When contacted, Priti Gupta, the accused, admitted to attacking the advocate but claimed it was driven by long-standing injustice.

“My mardani mode is active. This is my fight against wrongdoers. If the police don’t help, I will take matters into my own hands, I feel justified in my actions.

Priti Gupta, Accused

Counter-Allegations Against Advocate

Gupta alleged that Srivastava had harassed her for years and was responsible for her eviction.

“If he has nothing personal against me, why was he so desperate to throw me out? He followed me for years after a religious event in our society. When I did not respond, things escalated.

Accused

She further claimed she intends to take the matter to court and has documentary evidence to support her claims.

Serious Allegations of Harassment

Gupta alleged that she and her minor son were harassed and victimised.

He harassed me mentally and physically and even attacked my four-year-old son,just because of all this, I am unable to live peacefully in Noida due to these events.

Priti Gupta, Accused

She also accused the society management of cutting off basic amenities such as electricity and water, allegedly under pressure.

Dispute over nature of assault

Responding to allegations that she used iron rods, Gupta denied the claim.

I was wearing rubber slippers. I hit him with chappals. Next time, I’ll wear heels.

Accused

Matter Under Investigation

The police have received complaints from the advocate. The case involves serious allegations from both sides, and further investigation is awaited.

Note: All allegations are based on statements from the involved parties. Police findings are awaited.