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Viral Video on Social Media of Muslims Resorting to Arson in Delhi Fact Checked

Viral Video: A disturbing video circulating on social media platforms has triggered communal tensions by falsely claiming that Indian Muslims have begun setting fire to parts of Delhi in an alleged attempt to "destroy India."

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Neha Kumari
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A disturbing video circulating on social media platforms has triggered communal tensions by falsely claiming that Indian Muslims have begun setting fire to parts of Delhi in an alleged attempt to "destroy India." The video, shared by a fan account named "Mustafa Chitry," has been flagged for promoting incendiary and misleading content.

The video features dramatic visuals of a raging fire

The video features dramatic visuals of a raging fire and falsely attributes the incident to "Indian Muslims setting fires in Delhi." The post goes further to stoke communal hatred by urging violence against the nation. However, a prompt clarification has been issued by the Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check unit.

PIB Fact Check confirmed that the video in question is not linked to any communal act or planned arson. In reality, the footage is from April 30, 2025, when a massive accidental fire broke out at Delhi Haat in the INA area due to a short circuit in one of the market stalls. No foul play or communal angle was involved.

Authorities have requested the public to not share unverified content

Authorities have requested the public to not share unverified content that can endanger public peace and spread misinformation. The Delhi Police and cyber cell have also taken note of such posts and are investigating the original sources of this fake narrative.

This incident underscores the increasing need for social media vigilance during sensitive times, especially amid ongoing Indo-Pak tensions. The public is urged to rely only on verified government updates and not fall prey to divisive propaganda.

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