Overview
- The footage shows five to six men dancing on a snow-covered road with loud music, a parked car, liquor bottles and hookahs visible, with at least two appearing shirtless in sub-zero conditions.
- Superintendent of Police Shivani Mehla said the individuals were identified and fined after the video came to the notice of Lahaul-Spiti police.
- Social media users condemned the conduct and urged stricter action against public nuisance in fragile mountain areas.
- Reporters noted similar recent disturbances in Himachal Pradesh, including fines issued in Thalot in Mandi district and an episode in Gramphoo where tourists left on spotting police.
- Commentary highlighted risks from such roadside revelry, including accidents, littering, noise and added strain on emergency responders in harsh winter conditions.