The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check unit has debunked a viral video falsely claiming that Delhi Police opened fire on protesters during the 2026 demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, killing five workers.
In a post on X, PIB Fact Check labelled the claim fake, clarifying that the video being circulated is old, unrelated to the current protests and dates back to 2020. It further shared a link to a post by Delhi Police addressing the claim.
OLD VIDEO ALERT!
A video is being circulated online linking it with the current situation in Delhi and claiming that the Delhi police has open fired at protesters, killing five workers.
#PIBFactCheck:
❌ The claim regarding Delhi police open firing at the protesters is #FAKE.
🔗https://t.co/lzpRmnuovg
✅ The video being circulated is old, unrelated and dates back to the year 2020.
🔸Beware! Unverified forwards can fuel misinformation and cause unnecessary panic.
⚠️ Pause. Verify. Share Responsibly.
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) October 12, 2026
Delhi Police flagged the account @indiantiwari01, alleging that it had circulated doctored media and fabricated claims linked to the ongoing unrest over voter roll revisions.
The controversy comes as the Cockroach Janta Party and student groups stage protests demanding Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation.
Authorities have responded with detentions and restrictions as demonstrations continue.
PIB urged citizens to remain cautious about unverified social media posts, warning that misleading forwards can spread misinformation and cause unnecessary panic.
The fact-check serves as a reminder to verify the original source and date of viral footage before sharing it as evidence of current events.
Citizens should consult official fact-checking platforms and credible news sources to verify information and avoid falling prey to false claims.
Also Read: Delhi Police Fact Check: Viral Video Of SI Quitting Job To Support CJP Protest Is Misleading
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