Watch: Patna Protestors Request Water Cannon To Beat The Heat, Start Dancing As Police Oblige

The student protest against NEET paper leaks in Patna, Bihar, took an unexpected—and humorous—turn after a protester reportedly requested police to use a water cannon because of the sweltering heat. In a now-viral video, students are heard saying, “Police Sir, why is water cannon not being used on us, it’s too hot here.”

Moments later, police can be seen spraying water at the protesters. But instead of running for cover, many students begin dancing on the road, turning the tense protest into a scene that social media users have dubbed “peak Gen Z behaviour.”

The clip has quickly gone viral across social media, with users flooding the comments section with jokes and memes.

One user wrote, “My son is a GenZ..when ever rain comes he used to go to terrace

and get drenched. Now I know why 🤣🤣”

Another joked, “Tear gas experience k liye delhi aana padega dost.”

Some couldn’t help but compare the moment to a festival. “Ye protest ho raha hai ya Holi ki party 😅😅😅,” one comment read.

Others kept the humour going. “Bro asked for tear Gas and water cannons. 😭😭😭,” wrote one user, while another praised the students, saying, “Patna protesters have good sense of humor. 😃😃”

One comment simply declared, “Bihar should lead the vanguard.”

Patna ,Bihar

Student: “Police Sir, why is water cannon not being used on us , it’s too hot here”

Soon after Police started using water cannon on students

Instead of running,students started dancing on the road

Peak GenZ behaviour 😅😅😂 pic.twitter.com/jLA6NuxSkg

— Nehr_who? (@Nher_who) July 23, 2026

Centre To Set Up Fast Track Courts To Punish Those Behind Paper Leaks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Thursday that the government had decided to set up fast-track courts to punish those involved in paper leaks.

In a post on ‘X’, PM Modi wrote: “Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth! We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. This continues our series of steps for safeguarding the interests of students. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared.”