Party Behind Bars? Bengaluru Central Jail Video Shows Liquor, Music & Inmates Dancing — Sparks Major Outcry

Inside the Viral Video: Liquor, Cut Fruits & Jailhouse Beats

The new footage shows a table lined with disposable glasses filled with liquor, accompanied by plates of cut fruits and fried peanuts — a spread resembling a party setup more than a prison meal.

Four mini liquor bottles are seen placed neatly on the table, while a few inmates can be seen dancing to the sound of banging utensils, laughing, and appearing at ease. The video quickly went viral across social media platforms, triggering outrage among citizens and officials alike.

While the authenticity of the video is yet to be independently verified, prison authorities have promised a detailed probe into the incident.

Second Viral Video in a Week: Inmates Enjoying VIP Privileges

This latest leak comes close on the heels of an earlier viral clip that allegedly showed prisoners using mobile phones, watching television, and accessing social media inside Bengaluru Central Jail. Among those seen in the previous footage were reportedly inmates facing serious charges, including terrorism and sexual assault.

Officials have expressed concern that such videos not only undermine public trust but also highlight deep-rooted corruption and mismanagement inside the facility.

Political Firestorm and Official Response

The videos have sparked a political war of words, with opposition leaders accusing the state government of failing to maintain law and order even within jails.
BJP spokespersons demanded a high-level inquiry and immediate action against prison officials allegedly facilitating these activities.

A senior Karnataka Home Department official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, “A probe has been ordered. We are examining how mobile phones and liquor entered a high-security facility. If any staff member is found complicit, strict disciplinary and legal action will follow.”

Experts Demand Accountability & Transparency

Prison reform experts say the incident underscores the urgent need for stricter monitoring systems, installation of CCTV coverage across sensitive zones, and randomized surprise inspections to prevent misuse of privileges by inmates.

“This is not just about one party or one jail — it’s about how deeply compromised the system has become,” said a Bengaluru-based criminal justice activist.

Social Media Reactions

The clips have gone viral across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube, with hashtags like #BengaluruJailParty, #SystemFail, and #PrisonPrivilege trending for hours.
Many users expressed anger over the brazenness of the inmates’ actions, while others mocked the system with sarcastic posts comparing the jail to a “luxury resort.”