Ruchika Singh Issues Public Apology for Using Abusive Language Against PM Narendra Modi (Video)

Ruchika Singh, who faced intense backlash and a subsequent police case after a viral video captured her using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has released a video issuing a heartfelt public apology. The controversy erupted following the NEET-UG protest held at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The incident took place in July when Singh visited Connaught Place in New Delhi with acquaintances and encountered an active public demonstration.

Ruchika Singh Cites Crowd Influence and Remorse

According to her statement, multiple groups at the protest site were shouting derogatory remarks directed at the Prime Minister. Singh explained that she was caught up under the influence of the surrounding crowd, who actively encouraged bystanders to join, thereby using the offensive language. Expressing deep remorse, she accepted full responsibility for her actions. ‘Abuses Never Solve Anything’: PM Narendra Modi Says He Forgives Students in Instagram Video After Jantar Mantar Protest.

Ruchika Singh Apologises for Using Abusive Language Against PM Narendra Modi

"What I did was unforgivable,” she stated, describing the incident as her "first and last mistake". She also clarified that she did not personally record or upload the original video to social media platforms. In the viral video, Singh claimed that she is 15-years-old. "Mai Poore Desh Se Maafi Maangti Hoon. Mai Itni Sharminda Hoon Ki Mai Apni Nazrein Bhi Nahi Utha Pa Rahi Hoon," she said in Hindi.

Ruchika Singh's Apology Video Goes Viral

Context and Public Appeal

Visibly distressed, Singh concluded her statement by asking for the nation’s forgiveness, noting that she was deeply ashamed of her conduct. The apology comes amid widespread public discussion regarding accountability and crowd behaviour during political demonstrations, following swift legal and social media repercussions. The development comes after a First Information Report (FIR) was registered against 25-year-old Ruchika Singh for allegedly using abusive and indecent language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the NEET-UG protest held at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. Ruchika Singh Booked After Viral Video Shows Her Using Abusive Language Against PM Narendra Modi During Jantar Mantar Protest.

Notably, the case was registered following a complaint alleging that Singh made objectionable remarks against the PM Narendra Modi while participating in the student protest. The video of her comments was widely shared on social media, drawing criticism and prompting legal action.

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