Police in Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, have launched an investigation after a shocking video showing several Indian flags being burnt at a garbage dump went viral on social media.
The incident reportedly took place near the ward 50 office, where civic authorities are said to burn regular garbage. The footage shows several national flags, the Tricolour, being burnt along with waste, sparking outrage from both the public and political parties.
Soon after the video surfaced, leaders from the Congress party and BJP rushed to the police demanding action. Congress spokesperson Vivek Tripathi, along with BJP corporator Sushma Babisha, submitted complaints at the Shahpura police station.
Tripathi alleged that civic staff members were responsible for carelessly disposing and burning the national flags, which is a serious offence and an insult to national pride.
Confirming the receipt of two formal complaints, Shahpura police station sub-inspector Harish Gujarbos said, “We are examining CCTV footage from the area to identify the people involved in the incident. A probe is underway.”
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the burning of the Tricolours was intentional or accidental, but the incident has stirred strong reactions online, with many demanding strict punishment for disrespecting the national flag.
Inputs from PTI
The incident reportedly took place near the ward 50 office, where civic authorities are said to burn regular garbage. The footage shows several national flags, the Tricolour, being burnt along with waste, sparking outrage from both the public and political parties.
Soon after the video surfaced, leaders from the Congress party and BJP rushed to the police demanding action. Congress spokesperson Vivek Tripathi, along with BJP corporator Sushma Babisha, submitted complaints at the Shahpura police station.
Madhya Pradesh Bhopal Our national flag was burnt.
— Shruti Dhore (@ShrutiDhore) July 5, 2025
The national flag of our country India was insulted by the employees and officials of Municipal Corporation Ward No. 50.
A case of treason should be immediately registered against those who have committed this act. pic.twitter.com/n0y96Xt8tV
Tripathi alleged that civic staff members were responsible for carelessly disposing and burning the national flags, which is a serious offence and an insult to national pride.
Confirming the receipt of two formal complaints, Shahpura police station sub-inspector Harish Gujarbos said, “We are examining CCTV footage from the area to identify the people involved in the incident. A probe is underway.”
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the burning of the Tricolours was intentional or accidental, but the incident has stirred strong reactions online, with many demanding strict punishment for disrespecting the national flag.
Inputs from PTI
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