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Viral Barking Protest Prompts Ration Card Typo Correction

The 2.3 million online views of the 2022 Bankura protest have highlighted the burdens rural Indians face when correcting official documents.

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Frustrated Man 'Barks' At Goverment Official For Mis-Printing His Surname From 'Dutta To Kutta'- Watch Viral Video

Overview

  • Video footage shows Srikanti Dutta barking at a government official’s vehicle after his surname was misprinted as “Kutta” on his ration card.
  • After three unsuccessful correction requests, Dutta’s unconventional protest forced an immediate review and fix of the error.
  • The embarrassed official examined the papers on the spot and ordered the striking typo to be corrected.
  • Resurfacing in July 2025, the clip drew more than 2.3 million views and reignited scrutiny of slow rural bureaucracy.
  • Observers say the case demonstrates how grassroots actions and social media pressure can improve government responsiveness.