A shocking incident in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, has gone viral, drawing widespread outrage. Amidst the flooded streets of the state capital, a group of young men harassed a woman riding on a motorbike with a male companion.
The Incident
Flooded Streets: The roads in Lucknow were filled with floodwater due to heavy rains. In a viral video, a couple can be seen riding a motorbike through the waterlogged streets near the Taj Hotel bridge.
Harassment: As they rode through, a group of young men began splashing water at the woman. The situation escalated as some of them tried to pull the bike back and even attempted to grab the woman.
Dangerous Encounter: The couple lost balance and fell into the water. Fortunately, one of the youths helped the woman stand up and assisted her in getting back on her feet.
Public Reaction
The incident has sparked outrage, with many condemning the behavior of the youths. Some commentators have remarked that such actions do not reflect the culture of Lucknow. As the video went viral, there was a call for the Yogi Adityanath-led government to take swift action against the culprits.
Police Response
Lucknow police have responded to the viral video, stating that they are working to identify the perpetrators using CCTV footage. “The Gomti Nagar Police Station promptly reached the scene and dispersed the crowd. Based on CCTV footage, the youths involved in causing the disturbance are being identified and action is being taken against them. The situation is currently peaceful,” a police statement read.
The authorities are determined to address the issue and ensure the safety of residents during such challenging times.
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