Uttar Pradesh: Man molestes girl in crowded mall, CCTV footage surfaces

In the video, a young woman was shopping with her family. A man in a blue shirt approached her from the front and inappropriately touched her. The incident, which took place in a public area, has left everyone shocked and outraged.

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New Delhi: A distressing  incident has come to light from Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad where a a girl being molested by a man. The footage shows a girl being touched in a troubling manner, sparking widespread outrage and concern on social media.

In the video, a young woman was shopping with her family. A man in a blue shirt approached her from the front and inappropriately touched her. The incident, which took place in a public area, has left everyone shocked and outraged. The CCTV footage of the incident has now gone viral on social media, sparking further shock and disbelief that someone could commit such an act in a crowded space.

According to report, this incident of harassment occurred on the 11th of last month at City Centre Mall previously known as World Square Mall near Mohan nagar. 

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Netizens' reaction to the post

A user of X platform commented, "People with dirty thoughts are roaming freely in the society." Another user commented, "Strict action should be taken." A third user wrote, "No known person would do this. Think how much fear has vanished. There are cameras on every corner of the mall. Even then they are not afraid, so what would they do in deserted places." A fourth user wrote, "Yes, such cases should be investigated promptly and prompt action should be taken."

Investigation is underway

In response to the viral video, the Ghaziabad Police have launched an investigation into the incident. The police are actively reviewing the footage and working to identify the individuals involved. A spokesperson from the Ghaziabad Police confirmed their commitment to addressing the matter, stating, “The police are investigating this matter.” The authorities are focused on ensuring that justice is served and appropriate measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Good touch and bad touch

The incident underscores the critical importance of educating individuals about the concepts of good touch and bad touch. Good touch refers to physical interactions that are respectful, consensual and appropriate, such as a reassuring pat on the back or a comforting hug from a loved one. In contrast, bad touch encompasses unwanted or inappropriate physical contact that violates personal boundaries and can cause distress, fear or harm.