Misinformation Debunked: Video and Photo Misattributed to Nepal Floods
Two viral social media claims related to Nepal floods have been debunked. A video purportedly showing the Gandak Barrage Project protecting Bihar from Nepal floods actually depicts the Bhatghar Dam in Pune, Maharashtra. Additionally, a widely shared photo of two siblings claimed to be from Nepal is an old 2007 image from Vietnam, taken by photographer Na Son Nguyen. Both instances highlight misinformation circulating during the Nepal floods.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 39/100.
Outlets measured: thequint, thequint. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thequint broke this story on 7 Sept, 07:30 am. Other outlets followed.
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