Businessman Gautam Baruah has been detained by Bharalumukh Police in connection with a controversial birthday celebration allegedly organised on the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Flyover in Guwahati. The event, held to celebrate his wife’s birthday, triggered widespread criticism after videos showing the celebration on the flyover went viral on social media.
Police have so far seized four luxury vehicles belonging to the businessman. Baruah is currently being kept at Bharalumukh Police Station for questioning. Around 22 people who were present during the celebration have also been summoned by police as part of the investigation.
The controversy erupted after visuals surfaced showing a red carpet laid across the flyover and a private celebration taking place on the roadway. The incident drew sharp criticism from citizens over alleged traffic rule violations, road safety concerns and the use of public infrastructure for a private function.
Bharalumukh Police said a suo motu case has been registered against Baruah and an investigation has been initiated.
Police sources said the businessman was summoned in connection with the incident following public outrage over the viral videos. Many citizens alleged that the celebration could have endangered commuters and disrupted normal traffic movement.
Further investigation is underway to identify the involvement of all persons associated with the event.
