A viral video currently circulating on social media, which claims to show Delhi Police taking action against protesters during the recent BRICS summit, has been debunked as misinformation. According to a fact-check report by BOOM Live, the footage is not from the national capital, but rather depicts a demonstration by paramedical students in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.
The video, which gained traction across various platforms, was used to suggest civil unrest in Delhi during the high-profile international gathering. However, detailed analysis of the visual cues, including signage and local landmarks visible in the background, confirms the event took place in the southern Indian city. The protest in Tirupati was related to local academic and student grievances, which are unrelated to the BRICS summit proceedings.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of misattributed content being used to create false narratives around major political events. By stripping the video of its original context, social media users attempted to link local student activism to international diplomatic security protocols. Authorities continue to urge the public to verify the source and location of viral footage before sharing it, particularly when it involves sensitive political or security-related claims.
BOOM Live has conducted a forensic analysis of the viral video, confirming that the footage originates from a paramedical students' protest in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, rather than the BRICS summit in Delhi. The visual evidence and geographical markers in the video do not align with the security environment or location of the BRICS event.
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Original report: BOOM Live