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Old video of youths allegedly under influence at Jalandhar Dussehra Ground goes viral, ACP says it’s not recent
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 01:46 PM
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A video showing youths allegedly consuming intoxicants at Jalandhar's Dussehra ground has circulated widely online, but the city's ACP clarified that the footage is old and not a recent incident.
A short clip depicting a group of young men appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or other substances at the Dussehra ground in Jalandhar has been shared extensively across social media platforms. The video quickly attracted public attention, prompting concerns about law‑and‑order and public safety at the popular festive venue.
Local police officials responded to the growing speculation. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) for Jalandhar, speaking to the press, stated that the clip is not a recent recording but an older video that has resurfaced online. He emphasized that there is no ongoing incident at the ground related to the footage.
The ACP added that the police are monitoring the situation for any misuse of the video and urged citizens to verify the authenticity of such content before sharing. No arrests or formal investigations have been launched in connection with the clip, as authorities consider it a matter of misinformation rather than a fresh violation.
The episode highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in managing viral content that can create unwarranted panic, especially during the Dussehra celebrations when large crowds gather at the venue.
Officials continue to advise the public to rely on official statements for accurate information and to avoid spreading unverified videos that may cause unnecessary alarm.
Local police officials responded to the growing speculation. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) for Jalandhar, speaking to the press, stated that the clip is not a recent recording but an older video that has resurfaced online. He emphasized that there is no ongoing incident at the ground related to the footage.
The ACP added that the police are monitoring the situation for any misuse of the video and urged citizens to verify the authenticity of such content before sharing. No arrests or formal investigations have been launched in connection with the clip, as authorities consider it a matter of misinformation rather than a fresh violation.
The episode highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in managing viral content that can create unwarranted panic, especially during the Dussehra celebrations when large crowds gather at the venue.
Officials continue to advise the public to rely on official statements for accurate information and to avoid spreading unverified videos that may cause unnecessary alarm.