Fact‑check: Video shared during Delhi protests actually filmed in the Philippines

India Today’s fact‑check unit examined a video that was widely shared on Indian platforms while protests erupted in Delhi. The clip, which many users claimed showed crowds and police action in the Indian capital, was traced back to a news segment filmed in the Philippines.

Using frame‑by‑frame analysis, geolocation data and the original upload timestamps, investigators identified the footage as part of a 2022 report on a public gathering in Manila. The video’s metadata, language of signage and background landmarks confirmed its foreign origin.

The misattribution spread rapidly on Twitter and WhatsApp, fueling misconceptions about the scale of the Delhi unrest. India Today’s clarification urges users to verify sources before sharing content, especially during volatile events.

Authorities have not taken legal action, but the episode highlights the challenges of misinformation in real‑time protest coverage.