Published Jun 22, 2026 | 9:03 PM ⚊ Updated Jun 22, 2026 | 9:12 PM
Man accused of verbally abusing a Muslim youth and calling him a "Pakistani" has issued a public apology. (Screengrab)
Synopsis: The controversy erupted after videos surfaced from Janapriya Lake Front Society in Kapra, where the youth was allegedly called a “Pakistani”, “illegal” and accused of not having the right to stay in the country. In the video, the youth can be heard challenging the remarks and saying, “How can you call me a Pakistani? My grandfather served as a Subedar in the Indian Army.”
Days after a video showing a heated altercation at a residential society in Kapra went viral, the man accused of verbally abusing a Muslim youth and calling him a “Pakistani” has issued a public apology.
In a video statement released after widespread criticism on social media, the man said his remarks were made in the heat of the moment during a dispute within the housing society and apologised to both the youth and the Muslim community. He said he had “misspoken” and expressed regret over the comments.
The controversy erupted after videos surfaced from Janapriya Lake Front Society in Kapra, where the youth was allegedly called a “Pakistani”, “illegal” and accused of not having the right to stay in the country. In the video, the youth can be heard challenging the remarks and saying, “How can you call me a Pakistani? My grandfather served as a Subedar in the Indian Army.”
An FIR has reportedly been registered against the accused in connection with the incident. The man, who was identified on social media as a member of the society’s management committee, claimed in his apology video that the issue had since been resolved.
The incident sparked outrage online, with many users condemning the remarks and praising the youth for confronting the accused. Questions were also raised about the role of police personnel seen in the viral video, as they did not appear to intervene during the exchange.
Police have not yet issued a detailed statement on the incident or the progress of the case.
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