Video of Unruly Crowd at Pushpa 2 Trailer Launch Falsely Linked to Kumbh Mela

A viral video circulating on social media, purportedly showing clashes between security forces and pilgrims at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, has been debunked as misleading. Fact-checkers have revealed that the footage actually depicts chaos at the "Pushpa 2" movie trailer launch event held at Gandhi Maidan, Patna, in November 2024. The video shows an uncontrollable crowd, with some individuals throwing slippers at security personnel, who resorted to lathi charges to manage the situation. This incident highlights the importance of verifying information before sharing, especially during large-scale events like the Kumbh Mela, which continues until February 26, 2025.
Source: DFRAC, BOOM