Kapil Singh, who was returning to his duty in Srinagar after completing his leave, requested the toll staff to let him pass quickly as he had a flight to catch. However, this request led to an argument, and the toll staff allegedly tied him to a pole and beat him with rods.
According to Meerut SP Rural, Rakesh Kumar Mishra, the soldier identified as Kapil, was returning after completing his leave and had a flight to catch.