Kolkata/IBNS, Dec. 10 -- Two Muslim street vendors were allegedly assaulted on Sunday near downtown Kolkata for selling non-veg puffs during the mega 'Gita-path' event at the Brigade Parade Ground, according to media reports.

A video widely shared on social media shows the sellers being beaten by individuals who objected to non-vegetarian food being sold during the recitation of the Hindu scripture.

One of the attackers, seen wearing a saffron headband, was captured assaulting the vendors, triggering sharp criticism online.

In the FIR, Riyajul alleged that "eight-nine unknown people, including a disabled man" assaulted him, while Salauddin claimed that "two-three persons" attacked him, The Times of India reported.

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