In the world of social media, the pursuit of viral fame often results in controversial actions. A recent viral video, reportedly from Delhi’s Palika Bazaar, has once again highlighted the importance of responsible conduct in public areas.
The video, undated, initially shows a girl shopping for clothes in a store, appearing harmless. However, what follows has shocked many. In plain sight of the shopkeeper and without using the available changing room, the girl tries on shorts, undressing and dressing right in the shop.
This blatant disregard for decency and privacy has sparked outrage on social media, where the video has gained widespread attention. Critics have denounced the girl’s actions, labelling them as crossing all boundaries and showing a lack of self-respect and consideration for others.
The presence of the shopkeeper during the girl’s impromptu changing session is particularly noteworthy. Although the video’s authenticity is debated, if true, it raises troubling questions about the responsibility of individuals and businesses in maintaining privacy and decorum standards.
“Palika Bazar hawkers allowed someone to “try” clothes??may be just to record and post like this,” wrote a user on X.
“A video is floating around where a woman wearing thongs is changing clothes openly in a cloth shop and getting it recorded The shop guy standing there is least bothered I wonder what would happen if a man dropped his pants & flaunted his Frenchie in front of a sales girl?” added another user on X.
A third user added, “Yeah well, this is where feminism leads the society to. Women walking naked on the street is empowerment and when a man looks at her or society hides their kids from them they are labelled as degraded & stalkers and well we know how the game goes.”
“I think it was scripted and the sales person was part of it,” said a fourth user on X.
This incident isn’t isolated. In recent months, numerous viral videos in Delhi NCR showcase questionable behaviour in public areas. From inappropriate dances on metro trains to reckless stunts on scooters, these videos highlight individuals prioritising social media approval over common sense. Despite this trend, authorities are responding swiftly, issuing warnings and making arrests in some instances. The recent crackdown on scooter riders in a viral video serves as a reminder of the repercussions for disregarding societal norms and causing public disruption.