The journalist slapped the District Officer, and questions were raised about security and administration
A shocking incident came to light during Maha Kumbh 2025, where a journalist slapped the District Magistrate (DM). This incident happened when the DM was inspecting the arrangements for the entry of VIP vehicles. This unexpected incident has raised serious questions about the security and VIP culture of Maha Kumbh.
Event details
According to eyewitnesses, a VIP vehicle tried to enter the Maha Kumbh Mela amidst a huge crowd, which caused discontent among the pilgrims. A journalist, who was wearing saffron clothes, took the mike in his hand and questioned the driver of the vehicle, "There is no place for a person to pass, how did you enter the vehicle?" When the driver said that the DM was sitting in the vehicle, the journalist said, "There are no VIPs at God's place."
Following this, the DM intervened and said, “I am the district officer,” to which the journalist slapped the DM while holding the mike in his hand and said, “There are no VIPs before God.” Soon after the incident, security personnel tried to nab the journalist, but he managed to escape taking advantage of the crowd.
Security and administrative response
This incident has raised serious questions about the security arrangements of the Maha Kumbh Mela. The attack on the DM shows administrative failure, especially when this incident was done by a journalist. The security personnel immediately took action and started searching for the accused, but failed to catch him due to the crowd.
The administration has formed a special team to investigate the incident. Speaking to the media, the DM said, "This incident is condemnable. We will ensure that the culprit is arrested as soon as possible and strict action is taken as per the law."
Debate on VIP culture
This incident has triggered a new debate on VIP culture in religious events like Maha Kumbh. The entry of VIP vehicles often causes discontent among ordinary devotees who come to see the deity. Many believe that everyone should get equal rights in such events and VIP privileges should be abolished.
Religious scholar Dr Ramesh Sharma says, "The basic purpose of events like Maha Kumbh is to provide equal opportunity to everyone to have darshan of God. VIP culture is contrary to this purpose and should be ended."
Social media response
The video of this incident is becoming increasingly viral on social media. Many people condemn the journalist's action, while some consider it a bold step against VIP culture. #Mahakumbh_Thappad_Case is trending on Twitter, where people are giving their respective reactions.
Conclusion
This incident that happened in Maha Kumbh 2025 raises serious questions about security arrangements, VIP culture and administrative management. It is necessary that the administration should learn a lesson from this incident and take concrete steps to prevent the recurrence of such incidents in future. Also, all devotees should get equal rights and respect in religious events, so that the real purpose of such holy occasions can be fulfilled.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the administration has assured strict action against the culprits. More revelations are expected in the case in the coming days, which may lead to the setting up of new guidelines to improve the security and management of the Maha Kumbh Mela.
Maintaining security and order in huge events like Maha Kumbh is a challenging task. Therefore, coordination and cooperation between the administration, security forces and devotees is necessary, so that everyone can perform their religious duties in a peaceful and safe environment.
Ultimately, this incident forces us to think about how to ensure equality, respect and discipline in religious events, so that all devotees can enjoy their spiritual experience without any discrimination.
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