Uttarakhand, 2nd August 2026: video from Satauli village in Uttarakhand’s Nainital district has gone viral on social media, showing two men being publicly humiliated after they were allegedly caught harassing a girl and making inappropriate comments.
According to viral claims, local women and villagers confronted the accused, blackened their faces with charcoal, and allegedly rubbed Bichhu Booti (stinging nettle) on them. The plant is known to cause a severe burning sensation and skin irritation upon contact.
The incident reportedly took place after the men allegedly harassed a local girl, triggering outrage among residents. Videos circulating online show the accused surrounded by villagers while being subjected to the public punishment.
However, the authenticity of all viral claims and the exact sequence of events have not been independently verified. There has been no official statement confirming the details of the punishment at the time of writing.
The incident has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many users expressing concern over women’s safety while others debated the use of public humiliation and vigilante action instead of legal proceedings.
Authorities are expected to investigate the matter and take appropriate action based on the facts.
