A video of a teenage boy placing a firecracker inside the mouth of a Mahatma Gandhi statue has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread condemnation. Believed to have been filmed in Telangana, the clip shows the boy positioning a firecracker between the lips of the golden statue, which ignites and bursts moments later. Though the video does not reveal if the explosion caused visible damage to the statue, the act has sparked outrage online.
The video quickly circulated across social media platforms. Public reaction has been strong, with many users expressing disappointment and anger over the boy's actions. Several comments demanded accountability and urged the police to take swift action. One user, tagging Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and the Hyderabad police, called the act “shocking and disgraceful,” reflecting the sentiment of many others who voiced concerns about the apparent disrespect shown toward the statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
As of now, it remains unclear if the local authorities have taken action or identified those involved. With the video still circulating widely, many online are watching for updates on any potential consequences or statements from the authorities in response to the incident.
Here is the video below: