Watch: Man frozen on Bengaluru street fuels shocking ‘zombie drug’ claims online

A video from Bengaluru is currently trending online and drawing a lot of attention. Many people are sharing it, discussing it, and trying to understand what exactly is going on. The clip shows a moment that looks unusual, and that is why it has quickly become a topic of conversation across social media. The timing of this video has also added to the buzz. A similar incident from another city was already being talked about recently. Now, with this new clip, the same concerns are being raised once again, especially around claims being made online.The video is said to be from the Bagalur area, near a college, as mentioned in a report by News18. In the clip, a man is seen standing on the roadside.What stands out is that he is not moving at all. People passing by notice him and look at him, but he does not react. He remains in the same position, which many viewers found unusual.After the video was shared on X, some users started linking it to a so-called “zombie drug.” One post described the situation as serious and urged people to stay alert.The post read, “Disturbing! The deadly ‘zombie drug’ (a xylazine-laced substance) that turns users into motionless, trance-like zombies has now entered Bengaluru. Alarming reports emerging from Baglur near Nitte College. Parents, youth & police stay extremely alert! This is a serious warning for our city. Bengaluru is becoming Udta Bengaluru. Wake up before it’s too late!”These claims spread quickly, but there is no official confirmation that connects this incident to any such substance.The video has led to many reactions online. Some users are worried, while others are hoping the man is safe.One user wrote, “This is scary.”Another said, “I hope he gets the help he needs. It’s a vicious cycle, and I hope no one has to go through this.”There were also comments discussing drugs. One user wrote, “Zombie drug is Xylazine, but it is increasingly mixed with fentanyl or heroin to enhance effects and reduce costs.”Some reactions showed concern from parents as well. One comment read, “Better we don’t allow our kids to have any friends. Staying alone is better than having bad company.”A few days earlier, a similar case was reported in Chandigarh. In that incident, a delivery worker was seen standing still near a parked vehicle in Sector 33B, according to the report.According to posts online, he remained in the same position for nearly two hours. People nearby noticed this and informed the police. He was later taken for a medical check.However, no official reason was confirmed in that case. Despite this, many people linked it to possible drug use.At present, both incidents remain unclear. There is no confirmed connection between these cases and any drug.While social media discussions continue, authorities have only said that they will look into the Bengaluru case.Such viral videos can create concern very quickly. But without verified facts, it is important to be careful about what is being believed and shared.For now, the situation remains unclear, and the focus is on getting proper information and ensuring that the person seen in the video gets the help he may need.Thumb image: X