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Man shoots BJYM leader in Lucknow over 'AIDS' taunts; CCTV video surfaces

A man shot a Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leader in Lucknow, reportedly in response to taunts about AIDS. CCTV footage of the shooting has surfaced, drawing widespread attention.

Why It Matters

The incident raises questions about political violence and the role of surveillance video in documenting attacks, amid ongoing public discourse on social media's influence on justice.

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Shooting of BJYM leader in Lucknow; CCTV video surfaces

May 10, 2026

A man shot a Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leader in Lucknow. The incident is described as occurring in connection with taunts about AIDS. CCTV video of the shooting has surfaced, showing the incident and contributing to ongoing public coverage.