A woman in Kollam, Kerala, was taken into custody following the circulation of a viral video depicting her allegedly assaulting an elderly woman, believed to be her mother-in-law. The footage, widely shared on social media, exhibited the distressing incident in which the elderly woman was forcefully pushed to the ground by the accused.
Taking prompt action in response to the video, the Kerala Police apprehended the woman accused of the assault. The video, which gained traction among social media users, including activist Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj, prompted calls for legal intervention against the perpetrator.
Expressing concern over the growing instances of elder abuse in society, Bhardwaj emphasized the disturbing nature of such mistreatment. She advocated for the arrest of the accused woman, highlighting the unsettling aspect of her allegedly involving a child in abusive behavior towards the elderly victim.
Notably, the video portrayed children witnessing the distressing scene, underscoring the urgent need for societal awareness and legal measures to address instances of elder abuse and ensure the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
