He protects cows, serves society: Deceased's mother defends son on suspicious killing of teenager over cattle smuggling

Aryan Mishra’s death occurred on August 23 when Kaushik and four others, mistaking his car for that of cow smugglers, pursued and eventually opened fire on the vehicle.

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Aryan Mishra’s death occurred on August 23 when Kaushik and four others, mistaking his car for that of cow smugglers, pursued and eventually opened fire on the vehicle. (X)

New Delhi: Nearly two weeks after the tragic death of Aryan Mishra, a Class 12 student who was mistaken for a cattle smuggler and killed by five men in Haryana's Faridabad, new revelations have emerged, contradicting official claims. While the Faridabad Police maintains that there is no evidence to suggest the attackers were cow vigilantes, reports suggest otherwise.

The mother of the main accused, Anil Kaushik, has openly admitted that her son is a "cow protector" and was involved in the car chase that led to Aryan’s death. She insists, however, that her son is innocent and did not fire the fatal shot. “Yes, my son was chasing that car that night. He thought there was a cow smuggler inside. He said the first bullet was fired from the Duster, but he didn’t shoot anyone. My son is innocent. He protects cows and serves society,” she stated.

The background that needs to be talked about 

Further investigation into Kaushik’s background reveals his close ties to cow vigilantism. The reports visited Kaushik's home and found vehicles linked to cow protection activities, including a Mahindra Bolero marked with 'Gau Raksha Dal' and a cow ambulance associated with 'Live for Nation,' the organization Kaushik is affiliated with. The office of 'Live for Nation' in Faridabad also bears evidence of his involvement, with locals confirming his reputation as a cow vigilante.

Aryan Mishra’s death occurred on August 23 when Kaushik and four others, mistaking his car for that of cow smugglers, pursued and eventually opened fire on the vehicle. Mishra, who was traveling with friends, including two girls, was struck by bullets and later died from his injuries. Upon realizing their mistake, the attackers fled the scene. The Faridabad Police later arrested the five men involved, but the controversy surrounding their motives continues to unfold.