Who is Manan Anand?
Manan Anand is reportedly a 20‑year‑old engineering student from Nanak Nagar, Jammu, and is the son of contractor Rajinder Anand .
What happened on July 27 in Gandhi Nagar, Jammu?
Around 1:30 PM, Manan was driving his Mahindra Thar (registration JK02DP‑9594) when it collided with a scooty (JK02BS‑6435) ridden by 65‑year‑old Kamal Dutt, near Allora Textiles and Green Belt Park .
CCTV cameras captured the elderly rider being knocked down, and then Manan reportedly reversed the Thar at speed and ran over him a second time, before exiting the vehicle, abusing him, and fleeing the scene .
The victim was rushed to GMC Jammu and remained in critical condition, including skull fracture and possible brain hemorrhage .
Legal proceedings and current status
Initially, police registered an FIR (No. 163/2025) with charges under Sections 281 (rash driving) and 125(a) (endangering safety) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. After reviewing CCTV footage and eyewitness evidence, Section 109 (attempt to murder) was added .
The Thar has been seized and Rajinder Anand (Manan’s father, vehicle owner) has been detained for questioning. Meanwhile, Manan remains absconding, and a manhunt is underway .
Public reaction
The CCTV video has gone viral on social media and triggered widespread outrage. Many on platforms like X (Twitter) have condemned the incident and used harsh terms, ironically labeling the Thar as a “criminal weapon” and calling for stricter laws against reckless driving .
Comments from netizens featured strong criticism such as:
“This was a perfect case.”
“If the road rage & criminal mindset by… Thar drivers continue… it might become the new #CriminalsSUV”
Detail Information
Accused Manan Anand, 20‑year‑old engineering student
Vehicle Mahindra Thar (JK02DP‑9594)
Victim Kamal Dutt, ~65 years old, scooty rider
Incident site Gandhi Nagar → Green Belt Park, Jammu
Date & time July 27, ~1:30 PM
Charges Sections 281, 125(a), 109 (attempt to murder)
Victim’s condition Critical (skull fracture, brain hemorrhage)
Current status Vehicle seized; father detained; driver at large
Public response Viral outrage, calls for tough punishment
What’s next?
Jammu Police are actively investigating and continuing the manhunt for Manan Anand.The case is under close legal review with ongoing forensic and procedural follow‑up .Public pressure continues to mount for swift and stringent action.
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