Fact Check: Old video of Modi on INDI alliance circulated as recent one warning of a “risk of nationwide riots and violence”

Muhammad Yunus, the leader of Bangladesh's interim government, has scheduled a meeting with Hindu Bengali leaders in the country on August 13. This follows a recent spate of vandalism targeting several Hindu temples, homes, and businesses amid the ongoing political turmoil.

According to an article published by The Hindustan Times on August 14, 2024. “Are they (minorities) not the people of this country? You (students) have been able to save this country; can't you save some families? You must say, 'No one can harm them. They are my brothers; we fought together, and we will stay together,” the Nobel Prize winner told students at the Begum Rokeya University in Rangpur city on Saturday.

He further cautioned that the attacks on minorities in Bangladesh could be ‘sabotage’ by those seeking to ‘undermine their progress.’

“There are many standing by to make your efforts futile. Don't fall this time,” he said. According to two Hindu organizations, the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council and the Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad, there have been at least 205 attacks on members of minority communities in 52 districts since the government of Sheikh Hasina fell. Apart from vandalisation, at least two Hindu leaders affiliated with the Awami League party, headed by Hasina, were killed in the violence in Bangladesh after she fled the country.

Protests have erupted in various parts of India against Bangladeshi nationals. Several videos are circulating on social media, showing locals demanding identification documents and Aadhaar cards from street vendors.

Amidst this, a video of Prime Minister Modi has gone viral. In the video, Modi says, “Today, these individuals have begun speaking openly and attacking openly. Tomorrow, they will intensify their attacks on us. Every Sanatani, every person who loves our country, its soil, and its people, must remain vigilant. They aim to eradicate Sanatan and push our nation back into a thousand years of subjugation.

Social media users shared the video with the caption “Prime Minister's very serious warning. The possibility of bloodshed riots across the country. Signs of a dangerous crisis. Make the video viral quickly. Muhalla Colony meeting should be held soon. Extreme vigilance is necessary. Jai Hind Vande Mataram”.

Fact check: We found the claim is False, The video is not a recent one and in the video, Modi was actually discussing the INDIA alliance.

During the reverse image search, we found on September 14, 2023, ANI posted a video of PM in their social media. In the caption, ANI mentioned “On opposition bloc INDIA, PM Modi says, "This INDI alliance doesn't have a leader...they have also decided on a hidden agenda to attack India's culture. The INDI alliance has come with a resolution to end 'Sanatan' culture..."

It has been proven that the viral video was on the internet since 2023.

During the search, we also found a livestream video uploaded on Times of India YouTube Channel on September 14, 2023, with the title: “Live | PM Modi lays foundation stone of Petrochemical Complex. Other developmental works at Bina, MP.”

While addressing the public, PM Modi criticized the Congress party, stating that despite ruling the state for decades, they left it economically lagging behind compared to other states. He highlighted that under BJP's governance, new roads have been constructed in every village, and electricity has reached every household. Modi expressed confidence that Madhya Pradesh will reach new heights in industrialization in the near future.

At the 50.01 timestamp, Modi can be heard discussing how the INDI alliance is attempting to divide the country into multiple parts. He pointed out that the alliance hasn’t even decided on a leader because they lack trust in each other. He also mentioned that the alliance recently held a meeting in Mumbai, during which they set an agenda to attack Indian culture and the faith that has kept united Indians for millennia. According to Modi, the alliance aims to destroy everything that holds the nation together.

In the 55.23 time stamp we found the viral part. 

In the final part of his speech, Modi emphasized, "From Delhi to Bhopal, we are reaching out to every Indian, to solve their problems. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, our government conducted a free vaccination drive nationwide. We provided free rations to more than 80 million people, ensuring that the kitchens of the poor remained lit and they had regular access to food."

An article published by the Organizer with the sub title “ While laying the foundation stone for a bouquet of projects worth over Rs 50 thousand crore in the State, PM Modi hits out at the Congress claiming that it left the State and its people high ahd dry during its rule”.

Business Standard published an article with the title “PM Modi attacks 'INDI Alliance' for its design to 'destroy' Sanatana Dharma".

Deccan Herald published: "I.N.D.I.A alliance wants to destroy Sanatan Dharma, alleges PM Modi".

Hence, we found the claim is false. In September 2023, PM Modi was discussing the INDI alliance and accused them of attempting to divide the nation and target Hindus. He did not recently issue any "serious warning" about the potential for nationwide riots, bloodshed, or a severe crisis.