Social media can be a powerful tool for information sharing, but it also has its pitfalls when misinformation starts circulating. In one such incident, a sensitive old video showing a group of miscreants molesting a woman on a bike has resurfaced and is being falsely claimed as a recent event in Bihar. However, upon fact-checking, it was revealed that this incident occurred in Dariapur, Bihar, back in September 2021. The video’s reemergence has raised concerns, as it is now being linked to the ongoing #ManipurViralVideo, creating an erroneous equivalence and harming India’s image.
The Incident Unraveled:
Let’s delve into the details of this incident and explore the misleading links that have been shared on social media platforms. One of the initial tweets sharing this old video came from a user named rightwing_guy, claiming it to be a recent event in Bihar. This tweet quickly gained traction and was retweeted by other accounts like iShashiShekhar and Sarvesh38453373, further fueling the false narrative.
According to iShashiShekhar, the lady was molested as shown in the video in Bihar. The tweet was made on July 25, 2023, which has received an about 35.2k views on X.
This is Bihar where is lady is molested in broad day light.
— Shashi Kumar (Modi Ka Parivar) (@iShashiShekhar) July 25, 2023
Hang your head in shame @NitishKumar @yadavtejashwi
Will you show the same “Akrosh” @SupriyaShrinate? @PragyaLive https://t.co/pB0qqcgxgz
Other users, including NarpatRath80790 and wasimkhan0730, also joined in, circulating the video and linking it to the Manipur Viral Video, which is entirely unrelated. @ShaykhSulaiman tweeted “ANOTHER WOMAN GROPED IN INDIA WHILE HER HUSBAND WATCHES Source: @stairwayto3dom” on March 8, 2024.The intent behind spreading this misinformation seems to be to divert attention from the actual incident in Manipur.
D-Intent’s Fact Checking:
In response to the misleading claims, D-Intent took the initiative to fact-check the video’s authenticity and origin. Their investigation led them to credible sources that confirmed the incident indeed took place in Dariapur, Bihar, and not in connection with the Manipur violence.
According to reliable news reports from Bhaskar.com, police had already taken action and arrested four individuals involved in the viral video from Dariapur. Further verification from Saran_dm’s tweet confirmed the incident’s timeline, back in September 2021.
The Intent Behind Misleading Links:
The intentions of those circulating this old video as a recent incident in Bihar are dubious. By linking it to the ongoing #ManipurViralVideo, they aim to create false equivalence and possibly tarnish India’s image. It’s essential to recognize that the video is unrelated to the Manipur violence and is, in fact, an old incident from Dariapur.
Conclusion:
Misinformation can have far-reaching consequences, and it’s crucial for users to verify information before sharing it on social media platforms. The incident of miscreants molesting a woman on a bike occurred in Dariapur, Bihar, in September 2021, and is not related to the #ManipurViralVideo.
By understanding the facts and being cautious consumers of information, we can collectively combat the spread of misinformation and promote a more informed and responsible online community.
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