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Ghaziabad Police Open Inquiry Into Viral ‘Nationality Scan’ Video as SHO Is Warned

Police say the December 23 slum check was routine verification, not a scientific test of nationality.

Overview

  • The ACP of Indirapuram has been assigned to investigate after a video showed a Kaushambi officer placing a phone on a man's back and claiming it indicated he was from Bangladesh.
  • The officer, identified by multiple reports as the Kaushambi SHO though not officially named, has received a strict warning while the internal probe continues.
  • District officials state the operation was an area-domination verification drive in Bhowapur/Bihari Market with RAF and CRPF support, where identity documents were examined.
  • The family seen in the clip says they are from Araria, Bihar, produced IDs, and alleges they were intimidated despite living in Ghaziabad since 1987.
  • The episode drew widespread ridicule online and political criticism, including from AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, as questions over police conduct and bias intensified.