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<\/p>\nPoor roads and bad infrastructure have been a problem for IT hub residents. (Photo Credit: X)<\/p>\n
Silent protests, frustrated residents and a standoff with the police \u2013 that\u2019s what Bengaluru\u2019s IT corridor witnessed earlier today and the video of the protest is now making waves online. Journalist Deepak Bopanna shared a clip on X (formerly Twitter) that captured a glimpse of the peaceful protest turning into a tense moment as police intervened.<\/p>\n
Sharing the video, the journalist wrote, \u201cStandoff in the IT corridor between residents and cops for protesting over poor infrastructure in their area. Residents tried to hold silent protests outside apartments, demanding better roads, but cops stopped protestors, citing a lack of permission. Visuals from Lakeside Habitat apt.”<\/p>\n
Standoff in the IT corridor between residents and cops for protesting over poor infrastructure in their area. Residents tried to hold silent protests outside apartments demanding better roads, cops stopped protestors citing lack of permission. Visuals from Lakeside Habitat apt. pic.twitter.com\/4HUYZvz76C<\/a>\u2014 Deepak Bopanna (@dpkBopanna) September 20, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n The issue? Poor roads, bad infrastructure and the never-ending struggle of daily commute in the city\u2019s IT hub.<\/p>\n Silent Protest Turns Into Standoff<\/p>\n According to the video, residents had stepped out for a silent demonstration, standing outside their apartment complex for a peaceful protest. Their demand was simple: better roads and improved infrastructure around their locality. For people living in the area that houses some of the biggest IT professionals, crumbling infrastructure has been an issue for a while now.<\/p>\n According to The Logical Indian, the protest was cut short when the police arrived on the scene. Officers reportedly told residents to disperse, citing the lack of official permission for protesting. However, the protestors insisted they were standing silently and peacefully. Authorities, on the other hand, maintained they could not allow it without prior approval.<\/p>\n Social Media Reacts<\/p>\n The video quickly caught people\u2019s attention online and sparked a fresh round of debate about civic issues in Bengaluru. Many users called out authorities for stopping people from asking for basic amenities, with one of them questioning, \u201cWhy do people need permission to protest peacefully?” Another, seemingly agitated, pointed out, \u201cWhy is he bothered if we ask for good roads. We are helping him to save his spine and bones. Just because he has no right to protest, he can\u2019t prevent a peaceful protest by aggrieved citizens who pay taxes.”<\/p>\n Someone else noted, \u2018Kudos to the folks for showing up. I hope more and more people start protesting peacefully and hold people accountable.” Someone else stepped in with a hilarious suggestion, though and wrote, \u201cProtest in your cars and police cannot do anything because it\u2019ll be regarded as traffic.”<\/p>\n The video is a reminder of how citizens in Bengaluru are facing struggles related to roads and infrastructure.<\/p>\n A team of writers at News18.com bring you stories on what\u2019s creating the buzz on the Internet while exploring science, cricket, tech, gender, Bollywood, and culture.<\/p>\n A team of writers at News18.com bring you stories on what\u2019s creating the buzz on the Internet while exploring science, cricket, tech, gender, Bollywood, and culture. <\/p>\n Click here<\/a> to add News18 as your preferred news source on Google, News18’s viral page features trending stories, videos<\/a>, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz<\/a> from india<\/a> and around the world, Also Download the\u00a0News18 App<\/a>\u00a0to stay updated!<\/p>\n Location :<\/p>\n Delhi, India, India<\/p>\n First Published:<\/p>\n September 21, 2025, 08:00 IST<\/p>\n News<\/a> viral<\/a> \u2018Why Need Permission\u2019: Internet Slams Cops Stopping Bengaluru Residents\u2019 Protest Over PotholesDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n Read More<\/p>\nBuzz Staff<\/a><\/p>\n