In the given video, it's the Maldives, not Nepal, where the chants of "Narendra Modi Zindabad" can be heard.
In a recent turn of events, a viral video showing people chanting "Modi Zindabad" has caused some confusion. Contrary to popular belief, the video does not depict a scene from Nepal amid the September 2025 protests, but rather, it shows a scene from the Dhoshimeyna Building in Malé, Maldives.
The video, uploaded on the News On Air Official YouTube channel on 25 August 2025, actually captures the moment Prime Minister Narendra Modi stepped out of his car during his visit to the Maldives from 23 to 26 July 2025. The visit included a stop at the Defence Ministry building in Malé, Maldives, where Modi attended the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations as the guest of honor.
During the visit, the Dhoshimeyna Building, the new Ministry of Defence headquarters, was inaugurated, funded by India. The streetlights, trees, and architectural features in the viral video match those at the Dhoshimeyna Building, adding to the evidence that the video was taken in Malé.
Meanwhile, in Nepal, a series of events unfolded. Nationwide youth-led protests occurred from 08 September 2025, resulting in at least 72 deaths and over 2,100 injuries. Following these protests, Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli stepped down on 09 September 2025, along with several ministers.
On the same day, Sushila Karki was appointed interim Prime Minister of Nepal, making her the first woman to hold the post. The interim government announced a ₹10 lakh compensation for the victims' families and free medical care for the injured. The ban on 26 major social media platforms in Nepal, imposed on 04 September 2025, was also lifted on 09 September 2025.
As Nepal prepares for new elections set for 05 March 2026, it's important to clarify the context of viral videos to avoid misinformation. The strengthened bilateral ties between India and the Maldives, as seen in the successful visit of Prime Minister Modi, continue to be a significant factor in regional politics.
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