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Viral Video Shows Foreign Tourist Surrounded for Selfies at Jaipur’s Jal Mahal as Police Pledge Probe

Public outcry highlights growing fears over visitor safety.

Overview

  • A short clip from near Jal Mahal shows men crowding a foreign woman for selfies, with some leaning in and placing hands on her shoulders as she appears uncomfortable.
  • The footage spread widely on X and Instagram, with viewers calling the behavior harassment and urging police to identify and punish those visible in the video.
  • Tourism police official Manju Kumari said the location appears genuine, no formal complaint has been filed, and officers will investigate using the footage.
  • Times Now reported the clip was posted by the Instagram handle NAUGHTYWORLD and drew tens of thousands of views, while noting it could not independently verify all details.
  • The episode renewed calls for stronger tourist policing and better crowd control at busy heritage sites, with experts warning that safety perceptions—especially for solo female travelers—shape where people choose to visit.