Ajit Doval and Randhir Jaiswal Seen Eating Dry Fruits at BRICS Summit; Viral Videos Divide Netizens
A viral video showing NSA Ajit Doval and MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal eating dry fruits during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi has sparked a debate online. While some netizens mocked the officials over summit etiquette, others defended them, saying the refreshments were provided for attendees during the lengthy proceedings.
A candid video from the BRICS Summit in New Delhi showing India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal eating dry fruits during the proceedings has gone viral on social media. The footage has triggered mixed reactions, with some users questioning diplomatic etiquette while others called the moment relatable and entirely normal.
What Happened In The Viral BRICS Summit Video?
The video shows Doval and Jaiswal casually eating nuts served at their table as speeches were being delivered during the summit. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian were among the leaders addressing the gathering at the time.
The two senior officials can be seen eating the dry fruits with their hands. The seemingly ordinary moment attracted attention because it took place during a formal international summit involving heads of state and senior government officials. PM Modi Thanks BRICS Leaders After ‘Productive’ Summit, Highlights India’s Push for Cooperation.
Ajit Doval and Randhir Jaiswal Seen Eating Dry Fruits at BRICS Summit
🇮🇷🇮🇳 Iranian President Pezeshkian is addressing the BRICS Summit.
Behind him, India’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal is absolutely demolishing a box of nuts.
Eating. Licking his fingers. Going back in.
Eventually, someone takes the box away.
A diplomatic…
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) September 14, 2026
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— Ritu Choudhary (@RituChoudhryINC) September 13, 2026
The footage has since been widely circulated on platforms including Instagram and Facebook.
Why Did Ajit Doval, Randhir Jaiswal Video Go Viral?
Social media users had different interpretations of the footage. Some questioned whether eating during speeches at a major diplomatic gathering was appropriate, while others argued that there was nothing unusual about officials having refreshments provided during a lengthy event.
Critics described the moment as a breach of formal protocol and questioned whether senior officials should have avoided eating while other leaders were speaking. From Xi Jinping to Vladimir Putin: PM Narendra Modi Holds 15 Bilateral Meetings in 3 Days at the BRICS Summit.
Others defended Doval and Jaiswal, pointing out that refreshments are commonly provided during long conferences and summits. They said the officials were simply eating food placed on the table and that the clip offered a more human glimpse of India's diplomatic team.
Ajit Doval, Randhir Jaiswal Eating Dry Fruits At BRICS Summit Sparks Mockery Online
😂😂😂😂😂Meme of the Year😂😂😂😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/7ZI6TacWtI
— زمرد بلوچ (@schseeker1) September 14, 2026
One or three times was normal but then doing it again and again and then licking finger even though he knows where he's sitting.
— Surya (@suryaaudawat) September 14, 2026
Netizens Debate Summit Etiquette
The video has sparked a broader debate about protocol and appearances at high-level diplomatic meetings.
One section of social media users felt that the formal nature of the BRICS Summit required greater restraint during speeches. Another group argued that eating a snack does not necessarily indicate disrespect, particularly during lengthy proceedings.
Some users also suggested that officials attending demanding, hours-long meetings may need to eat at intervals to maintain their energy.
There is no indication from the video alone that Doval or Jaiswal were deliberately disrespecting any speaker.
Ajit Doval, Randhir Jaiswal Eating Dry Fruits At BRICS Summit Defended By Netizens
Nuts are kept there for eating. humans need food to be alive. officers are also humans. during busy schedule they dont get time to eat as in case of BRICS. when you have to spread hate and racism against a particular country,you have to manufacture news🤡
— Rao A (@ajay26903) September 14, 2026
He's more than 80years old, having few dry fruits quickly as not getting time to eat the meal in such high security conference where he's responsible for high end security 24*7, we should understand what it is to be national security advisor of a country like India
... @grok
— Karamchand (@gangal82) September 14, 2026
Madam, he is not hiding from camera to eat. Snacks are kept on table to eat. Not for showcasing. What wrong if he eats which is given to eat? People should vote for the candidates who have brain. if not this is what happens
— Shashank E V (@EvShashank) September 14, 2026
BRICS Summit Focused On Key Diplomatic Issues
The viral moment came amid discussions on several major issues involving the BRICS grouping. Jaiswal later spoke about key outcomes from the summit, including India's efforts to promote local-currency cross-border payments within the BRICS framework.
While the dry-fruit video became a talking point online, the summit itself focused on broader diplomatic, economic and geopolitical issues involving the member countries.
The contrasting reactions to the clip highlight how even informal moments involving senior officials can quickly attract attention when captured on camera during major international events.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 14, 2026 11:51 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
