Banka Mandar Hill viral video case: Police registered an FIR after a woman was allegedly harassed on June 3. Three accused have been identified.

Introduction

A video showing the alleged harassment and indecent behaviour of a woman at Bihar’s historic Mandar Hill in Banka district has surfaced on social media, prompting police action. The footage came to the attention of Bounsi police on September 22, 2026, although police said the incident shown in the video took place on June 3.

The case has emerged days after similar videos from Jamui and Samastipur triggered public concern over the safety of women and girls in Bihar. Police have registered a case and identified three suspects, while raids are underway to arrest them.

What Happened at Mandar Hill?

According to the police and the FIR, the woman had visited Mandar Hill with two friends on June 3. Police said three youths allegedly stopped the group, held the woman’s hand, behaved indecently, abused and threatened them.

Police identified the three suspects as Abdullah, Nitish Kumar Rai and Vikas Kumar. According to the police account, Abdullah allegedly forced one of the woman’s friends to transfer ₹1,500 to his account. The group was allegedly allowed to leave after the money was transferred.

Reports have differed over the initial number of people visible in the footage. The FIR was initially registered against unidentified youths, while police subsequently identified three suspects during the investigation.

Video Reached Police Through Social Media

Bounsi police said the video was received through WhatsApp on September 22. After receiving the footage, a police team visited Mandar Hill to verify the location and examine the circumstances shown in the video.

Police also questioned local residents and shopkeepers as part of the verification process. The footage has been treated as evidence in the investigation.

The delay between the alleged incident and the video coming to police attention is a significant part of the case. Police said the footage was recorded on June 3 but only came to their notice in September.

FIR Registered Under BNS and IT Act

Following verification, Bounsi police registered a case under Sections 74, 75, 76 and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with Sections 66E and 67A of the Information Technology Act.

The case covers allegations relating to the conduct shown in the footage as well as aspects concerning the digital circulation of the material. Police have also taken steps concerning attempts to circulate the video and reveal the woman’s identity.

Police Raids Underway to Arrest Accused

Banka Police said efforts were underway to apprehend the three identified suspects. Police teams are conducting raids at possible locations as the investigation continues.

Authorities are also examining the digital evidence and other information gathered during the verification of the location.

Political Reaction

The incident has also triggered a political response in Bihar. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticised the state government over the recent series of alleged harassment incidents and questioned the law-and-order situation.

Yadav also made allegations concerning the manner in which the state government responds to such cases. These are political allegations and were not independently established by police in the reports reviewed for this article.

Incident Comes After Jamui and Samastipur Cases

The Banka case has emerged in the same week as reports of alleged harassment incidents in Jamui and Samastipur.

In Samastipur, police arrested four people after a purported video showing a teenage girl being harassed circulated online. In Jamui, a separate video involving alleged harassment of minors also led to police action and widespread public reaction.

The incidents have renewed attention on the safety of women and girls at public and tourist locations, as well as the potential harm caused when videos involving alleged victims are circulated on social media.

Key Highlights

• The alleged Banka incident took place on June 3, 2026, according to police.
• The video came to police attention through WhatsApp on September 22, 2026.
• The location was identified as Mandar Hill in Banka district.
• Police identified three suspects as Abdullah, Nitish Kumar Rai and Vikas Kumar.
• Police allege that ₹1,500 was transferred online to one accused before the group was allowed to leave.
• An FIR was registered under relevant provisions of the BNS and Information Technology Act.
• Police teams are conducting raids to arrest the accused.
• Police have also addressed the circulation of the video and attempts to reveal the woman’s identity.
• The case follows similar reported incidents in Jamui and Samastipur.

Professional Disclaimer & Third-Party Reference

This article is based on information reported by Bihar Police and corroborated through established third-party news reports, including PTI-based coverage and reports published by The Indian Express, The New Indian Express, The Tribune and other media organisations. Allegations against the accused are reported as allegations, and guilt can only be established through due legal process. The identity and privacy of the alleged victim should be protected, and readers should avoid downloading, sharing or reposting potentially identifying material from the viral video.

Conclusion

The Banka Mandar Hill case has added to growing public attention around alleged harassment incidents being captured and circulated online in Bihar. Police have registered an FIR, identified three suspects and begun efforts to arrest them. The investigation will establish the complete circumstances of the incident and determine responsibility in accordance with law.