'Can't Blame Govt for Everything': Tourist's Fortuner Stunt In Kashmir's Jhelum River Sparks Outrage | WATCH

A video of an SUV being driven through the Jhelum River in Kashmir has triggered outrage online, with many questioning the driver's actions and calling for stricter enforcement against such behaviour in ecologically sensitive areas.The viral clip, shared on X, shows a Toyota Fortuner making its way through a section of the river while water flows around the vehicle. The person behind the wheel appeared to be filming the crossing from inside the SUV, as several onlookers gathered along the riverbank and recorded the spectacle on their phones.Despite the challenging conditions, including the river's current and uneven terrain, the vehicle successfully crossed the water and reached the opposite bank without any apparent damage or injuries.However,

the stunt quickly drew criticism on social media, with many users arguing that driving a vehicle into a river for online attention was irresponsible and potentially dangerous.“The real issue isn’t the vehicle, it’s the mindset. Driving a Fortuner into the Jhelum River for a few seconds of attention shows why civic sense is a bigger problem than infrastructure. We blame authorities for everything, but responsibility starts with individuals, too,” read the caption of the viral post.

The footage sparked a wider discussion about civic behaviour, environmental awareness and adherence to rules at popular tourist destinations.Many users also urged authorities to take strict action to deter similar incidents.“If exemplary punishment is meted out to such idiots, others won’t dare to follow suit. Why do the same Indians behave when overseas? The authorities there treat the culprit with an iron hand. It is about governance and enforcement of laws,” one user commented.Another wrote, “There should be strict and consistent action against such behaviour. Impound the vehicle, impose a hefty fine and prosecute the offender. Only firm enforcement will discourage people from treating public spaces irresponsibly.”