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Video of Youth Congress Protest in Delhi Falsely Claimed as Gujarat Demonstration Against Modi
A viral social media post claiming to show massive anti-Modi protests in Gujarat has been debunked as false by fact-checking organization Vishvas News. The investigation revealed that the footage actually depicts a Youth Congress demonstration that took place in New Delhi on February 10, 2026.
The misleading video was shared on Facebook by a user named ‘Mayazul M’ on February 13, 2026, with the inflammatory caption: “Modi must be uprooted. The riot in Gujarat is against Modi.” The post quickly gained traction across social media platforms.
Upon careful analysis of the footage, Vishvas News identified several key elements that contradicted the claim. Most notably, the video clearly displayed Youth Congress flags and carried a watermark from Loktantra TV, indicating a specific source for the content.
Investigators traced the video back to Loktantra TV’s archives, confirming it was originally uploaded on February 10, 2026. The actual context was a planned march organized to “surround the PM’s residence” in the national capital, not a spontaneous uprising in Gujarat as claimed.
Multiple news outlets, including Mid-day, had reported on this specific event, correctly identifying it as a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The demonstration was part of a planned political action by the Youth Congress, rather than a widespread civil disturbance in Gujarat.
Further verification came from the original source of the video. Fact-checkers located the footage on the Facebook account of a user named ‘Dev Chaudhary,’ who had uploaded it on February 10, 2026. Chaudhary’s post accurately described the event as taking place in Delhi, with Congress workers mobilizing to protest near the Prime Minister’s residence.
Vishvas News contacted Chaudhary directly, who confirmed that the video was indeed from Delhi and captured events from February 10, not from Gujarat as falsely claimed in the viral post.
The investigation also examined the profile of the Facebook user responsible for spreading the misinformation. The account ‘Mayazul M’ was created recently, on January 20, 2026, and had already amassed 5,000 followers, raising questions about the motivation behind the misleading post.
This incident highlights an ongoing challenge for social media users and news consumers: the deliberate miscontextualization of genuine footage to create false political narratives. By changing the location from Delhi to Gujarat, the post attempted to create the impression of growing opposition to Prime Minister Modi in his home state, where he has traditionally maintained strong support.
The misattribution of protest footage has become increasingly common on social media platforms, particularly in the run-up to elections or during times of political tension. Fact-checking organizations continue to emphasize the importance of verifying sources and contextual information before sharing political content online.
Vishvas News concluded its investigation by definitively labeling the claim as false, confirming that the viral video shows a Youth Congress protest in Delhi on February 10, 2026, and has no connection to any demonstrations in Gujarat.
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15 Comments
It’s concerning how easily misinformation can spread online these days. I’m glad the Vishvas News investigation was able to uncover the true origin of this video and set the record straight.
Absolutely, fact-checking is so important to combat the spread of misleading or false narratives. This case shows how crucial it is to verify claims before sharing content.
This is a good example of why we should be cautious about quickly sharing or believing social media posts, even if they align with our views. Fact-checking is essential to get the full picture.
It’s concerning how easily misinformation can spread online. I appreciate the thorough investigation by Vishvas News to verify the source and context of this video, rather than just accepting the false claims.
Agreed, responsible fact-checking is vital in an age of rampant misinformation. It’s good they took the time to trace this back to the actual Youth Congress protest in Delhi.
This is an interesting fact-check. It’s important to verify claims and not spread misinformation, even if it fits a certain narrative. I appreciate the thorough investigation to uncover the true origins of this video.
Misleading videos like this can be so damaging, fueling unnecessary tensions and division. I’m glad the fact-checkers were able to trace this back to the actual Youth Congress protest in Delhi and debunk the false claims about Gujarat.
You’re right, responsible journalism and fact-checking is crucial these days to combat the spread of misinformation. It’s good they took the time to properly verify the source and context of this video.
Fact-checking is crucial these days to ensure the accuracy of information, especially around politically charged issues. I’m glad the true origins of this video were uncovered and the false claims debunked.
This is a good example of why it’s important to be skeptical of social media posts and always verify claims before sharing. The Vishvas News investigation helped set the record straight on the true origins of this video.
Interesting that the footage was actually from a Youth Congress protest in Delhi, not an anti-Modi riot in Gujarat as claimed. Kudos to the fact-checkers for tracing the origins and setting the record straight.
You’re right, it’s easy for misinformation to spread rapidly online without proper verification. It’s good they took the time to investigate the true context of this video.
This is a good reminder to always double-check sources and not blindly trust claims made on social media. The Vishvas News investigation shows the importance of responsible journalism in combating the spread of disinformation.
Kudos to the fact-checkers for taking the time to properly investigate the source and context of this viral video. Debunking misinformation is crucial to maintaining trust in the media and public discourse.
This fact-check highlights the need for critical thinking and not blindly accepting social media posts at face value. The diligent research by Vishvas News is commendable in exposing the truth behind this viral video.