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Crime
Video of alleged assault on woman at Mandar Mountain, Banka goes viral; FIR filed, three suspects sought
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhagalpur
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 10:01 AM
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A video showing alleged indecent behavior and threats against a woman at Mandar Mountain in Banka surfaced on social media on September 22, prompting police to register an FIR and launch a hunt for three accused.
On June 3, 2026, an incident allegedly involving indecent conduct, abusive language and threats against a woman was reported from Mandar Mountain in Banka district, Bihar. The alleged perpetrators are said to have approached the woman, used vulgar remarks and issued threats, actions captured in a video that later circulated online.
The video first appeared on social media platforms on September 22, drawing the attention of local authorities. Following the upload, the Bausi police station opened a case, assigning it the reference number 248/26, and formally lodged a First Information Report (FIR) against the individuals shown.
Police officials confirmed that three suspects have been identified from the footage and are currently being pursued. The investigation is ongoing, and officers have appealed to the public for any additional information that could aid in locating the accused.
The incident follows a recent viral video from Jamui, highlighting a growing concern over the spread of such content on digital platforms. Law enforcement agencies in Bihar have reiterated their commitment to swiftly address cases of harassment and to enforce legal provisions against obscene behavior.
Authorities have warned that anyone found disseminating or supporting such content will face strict legal action under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act.
The video first appeared on social media platforms on September 22, drawing the attention of local authorities. Following the upload, the Bausi police station opened a case, assigning it the reference number 248/26, and formally lodged a First Information Report (FIR) against the individuals shown.
Police officials confirmed that three suspects have been identified from the footage and are currently being pursued. The investigation is ongoing, and officers have appealed to the public for any additional information that could aid in locating the accused.
The incident follows a recent viral video from Jamui, highlighting a growing concern over the spread of such content on digital platforms. Law enforcement agencies in Bihar have reiterated their commitment to swiftly address cases of harassment and to enforce legal provisions against obscene behavior.
Authorities have warned that anyone found disseminating or supporting such content will face strict legal action under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act.