
New Delhi, November 24, 2025: A dramatic incident unfolded on a busy street in Nagda, Ujjain district, as a young man was publicly beaten by the family members of a woman he had allegedly harassed. The video of the altercation, which shows the accused being repeatedly struck on the roadside, has since gone viral on social media platforms, drawing significant attention to the issue of street harassment.
The events took place in a crowded area of Nagda, with several onlookers witnessing the confrontation. According to local reports, the young man had allegedly been harassing and making inappropriate remarks towards a woman. Growing tired of the persistent harassment, the woman’s family members decided to take matters into their own hands.
The viral footage captures the moment the accused was cornered by the family. In the middle of the road, the family members, including both men and women, began to aggressively confront and physically assault the alleged eve-teaser. They are seen using their hands and possibly other objects to hit the man, while a crowd gathers around the scene.
The public nature of the thrashing has sparked varied reactions online. Many social media users have praised the family for their swift action and for sending a strong message against street harassment, often referred to as ‘eve-teasing’ in India. However, others have pointed out the need for the matter to be handled by law enforcement to ensure due process.
Sources indicate that after the public incident, local police were alerted. It is understood that the man was taken into custody or at least detained for questioning regarding the allegations of harassment. While the family’s actions were seen as an immediate form of justice by some, the police are expected to conduct a formal investigation into both the harassment complaint and the subsequent assault.
This incident underscores the persistent problem of street harassment faced by women in public spaces. Despite numerous awareness campaigns and stricter laws, women often encounter disrespectful and inappropriate behavior. In many instances, victims and their families feel compelled to take direct action due to a perceived delay or inadequacy in the response of authorities.
Local authorities in Ujjain have appealed to citizens to report incidents of harassment immediately to the police, assuring that stringent action will be taken against the offenders. The viral video from Nagda serves as a stark reminder of the frustration and anger felt by victims and their families when confronted with such behavior.