There is outrage on the internet after a Mirzapur Viral Video revealed a group of kanwariyas brutally beating a CRPF jawan at the railway station in the same city. In the video, one sees the soldier lying on the floor as a group of men kicks and punches him. Worse still? The mob gathered about him stood in silent watch–no one came to his assistance. This act of inhumanity has disturbed the faith that the month of Sawan, which is marked by peace and devotion to Lord Shiva, is being exploited by the minority, who are attempting to stand in the name of religion and promote violence.
आस्था की आड़ में उत्पात!
यूपी के मिर्जापुर में कुछ कांवड़ियों ने रेलवे स्टेशन पर सीआरपीएफ के एक जवान की बेरहमी से पिटाई कर दी. इसका वीडियो भी सामने आया है. जिसमें कांवड़िये जवान को फर्श पर गिराकर लात-घूसों से पिटते नजर आ रहे हैं. बताया जा रहा है कि सीआरपीएफ के जवान ब्रह्मपुत्र… pic.twitter.com/GOJuSC2JMv
— NDTV India (@ndtvindia) July 19, 2025
What Led to the Assault in the Mirzapur Viral Video?
The incident occurred when the CRPF jawan reached the station to purchase a ticket for the Brahmaputra Express. It is claimed that he and a gang of kanwariyas engaged in a minor verbal confrontation. It turned into a fight in no time, and the people started beating him in broad daylight. This Mirzapur Viral Video records the whole happenings, the jawan was pushed, beaten on the road, and people were just watching.
Police Take Action: 7 Kanwariyas Arrested
When the Mirzapur Viral Video became viral on social media, the whole nation started demanding justice. With regards to the incident, the police reported that the CRPF Jawan is deployed in Manipur and was on his way to board the Brahmaputra Mail when the incident took place. Seven suspects were arrested, and sources claim they have been released.
The CRPF Jawan is deployed in Manipur and was on his way to board Brahmaputra mail when the incident took place. Seven suspects were arrested and sources claim they have been released. pic.twitter.com/9gNtsVoy8s
— Piyush Rai (@Benarasiyaa) July 19, 2025
Public Reaction: Outrage and Questions
The Mirzapur Viral Video has created an incredible amount of backlash internationally. The netizens are raising a question on how religious events are gradually becoming lawless events.
When thousands of followers gather around peacefully to enjoy the Kanwar Yatra, cases like this tarnish the reputation of the authentic faith and create doubts about the festival\’s security.