Noida: Chaos erupted in a mall in Uttar Pradesh’s Noida after bouncers brutally beat two youths. The incident, which reportedly took place in Garden Galleria Mall, was recorded on camera and the video surfaced online. In the viral video, bouncers of a bar inside the mall could be seen throwing one of the youths to the ground and repeatedly kicking him, while other was pushed away. Two to three people, who seemed to be friends of the men, tried to rescue them.
The exact reason as to what led to the brawl is not known. After the video of the assault went viral, the Noida Police took cognisance of the incident and arrested the people involved in the fight.
Video Of The Incident:
As per the police, the brawl erupted after some people started dancing outside the bar and a total of seven people from both sides were arrested. The police said that necessary action would be taken against them in accordance with the law.
Netizens' Reaction:
The incident sparked online outrage on social media. Netizens said that Garden Galleria Mall has become a hub for hooliganism.
“Garden Galleria Mall is increasingly turning into a hub for rowdyism rather than entertainment. This brutality by the bouncers is unacceptable. @noidapolice should take such strict action against them that it sets an example,” an X user wrote.
“Now this has become a daily occurrence. In northern India, alcohol, rowdyism, etc., have become status symbols,” another user commented.
Some people even questioned the authorities over the incident.
The incident has once again raised serious questions about safety and security inside popular public spaces, particularly malls that are being frequented by families and young people. With repeated such episodes coming to light, authorities are under pressure to ensure strict accountability so that entertainment zones do not turn into centres of violence.
