Viral Video of BJP Leader Being Beaten is Old, Lacked Proper Context
A video has been widely shared on social media, claiming to show a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader named Rajesh Biju being brutally thrashed outside his house in Tamil Nadu. However, this claim is false and the video is being shared with a misleading context.
Fact Check
Upon closer examination of the viral video, it was found to have a timestamp on the top-right corner indicating that the clip was from July 31, 2023. Further research revealed that a fight did indeed occur between two factions of the BJP in Nanganallur, Tamil Nadu on that date. The incident was not politically motivated, but rather a personal dispute between the individuals involved.
Confirmation from Authorities
The Greater Chennai Police confirmed in an official statement that the incident depicted in the viral video took place on July 31, 2023, and was due to a personal dispute between two factions of a political party. A case was registered in the jurisdictional police station and legal action was initiated.
Conclusion
The viral video is old and has been shared with a misleading context. The incident shown in the video was not a politically motivated attack on a BJP leader, but rather a personal dispute between individuals within the party. It is important to verify the accuracy and context of information before sharing it on social media to avoid spreading misinformation.
