Does This Video Show People Carrying a Leopard at CJP Protest in Bihar? No!

A viral video circulating on social media, which purportedly shows protesters carrying a leopard during a demonstration in Bihar, has been debunked as misinformation. According to a fact-check report by The Quint, the footage is entirely unrelated to any recent political or social unrest in the state.

Upon investigation, it was determined that the video in question dates back to May 2026 and depicts an event that has no connection to the recent CJP (Central Judicial/Joint Protest) demonstrations. The misattribution appears to be a deliberate attempt to sensationalize the protest by associating it with unrelated, provocative imagery.

Fact-checkers emphasize that the circulation of such out-of-context videos is a common tactic used to discredit protest movements or incite public alarm. By tracing the digital footprint of the clip, investigators were able to confirm its true origin, effectively separating the archival footage from the current political climate in Bihar. Readers are advised to verify the source and context of viral media before sharing, as misinformation continues to pose a significant challenge to public discourse.