Lucknow: Police on Sunday booked two youths after a video of a late-night brawl involving a group of youths outside a club in the Vibhuti Khand area went viral on social media.The footage purportedly shows four to five youths attacking each other with belts and exchanging punches and kicks inside the club premises while hurling abuses on Saturday night. The video has sparked criticism online over the alleged absence of police at the spot.SHO Vibhuti Khand Upendra Singh said no formal complaint had been received from either side. However, police sources said preventive action under Section 151 of the BNSS was taken against two youths, identified as Salim and Aditya.Police said they are verifying the viral video, and further action will be taken if any cognisable offence is established.According to police sources, the altercation broke out during a party after one person allegedly stepped on another’s foot, triggering a confrontation that later escalated into a physical fight.The incident has revived concerns over safety in Lucknow’s nightlife district. Just a few months ago, BJP Yuva Morcha leader Shivam Singh died after a dispute that began outside the same club.
