Bihar Exam Centre Chaos: Female Reporter Mobbed by Class 12 Students in Viral Incident
A distressing incident unfolded outside a Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) Class 12 exam centre, where a woman television reporter was mobbed by a group of male students during a vox-pop interview. The event, captured in a now-viral video, has ignited widespread outrage across social media platforms, highlighting serious concerns about the safety of journalists and student behavior.
Chaotic Scene Captured on Video
The video clip, which has rapidly spread online, shows the reporter initially engaging with a student as examinees exit the exam centre. However, the situation quickly escalates as a large group of male students surrounds her, creating a chaotic and unsafe environment. In the footage, several students are visibly pushing and shoving the reporter, aggressively invading her personal space while shouting at both her and the camera operator.
The reporter, appearing visibly distressed and overwhelmed by the mob, confronts one of the students who allegedly behaved inappropriately during the encounter. Her reaction underscores the severity of the harassment faced in that moment.
"Will These People Become Cops?": Reporter's Poignant Question
As the confrontation continues, the reporter can be heard making a pointed remark that has resonated widely. She says, "Yeh police banege Bihar ke? (Will these people become cops?)", expressing deep concern not only for her own safety but for the broader implications of such conduct by future professionals. She further explains that journalists often visit such locations to gather public reactions and insights, but are instead forced to endure harassment and misconduct, undermining their work.
The video was originally shared on social media platform X by the account @gharkekalesh, with the caption highlighting the misbehavior of Class 12th students towards the reporter who had come to take reviews after the Bihar Board exam.
Social Media Erupts in Criticism
The viral video has prompted a flood of criticism from users online, condemning the students' actions and questioning their upbringing and values. One user commented, "Crowds sometimes confuse momentary noise with power. Cameras arrive for reactions, but behavior in those seconds can end up defining far more than the exam ever did," emphasizing how brief actions can have lasting consequences.
Another user expressed shock, stating, "Shocking behavior. Looks like they've never learned respect or basic manners. Such stupid behavior," while a third noted a pattern, reacting, "Class 12th students are misbehaving everywhere right now. Molested teacher, slapped teacher and now this misbehaving with reporter." These responses reflect growing alarm over student conduct in educational settings.
Broader Context of Journalist Safety
This incident is not isolated, as it echoes broader safety concerns for journalists, particularly women, in India. In a related case from October last year, a senior journalist reported being chased by two men on a two-wheeler while returning home from work late at night. She described how the men followed her car on the Noida-Greater Noida expressway, attempting to block her vehicle repeatedly, highlighting the persistent risks faced by media professionals.
The mobbing of the reporter in Bihar raises critical questions about:
- The safety protocols for journalists working in crowded or volatile environments.
- The role of educational institutions in instilling respect and ethical behavior in students.
- The societal impact of such incidents on press freedom and women's security in public spaces.
As the video continues to circulate, it serves as a stark reminder of the challenges journalists encounter while performing their duties, and the urgent need for measures to protect them from harassment and violence.
