Viral video: Karnataka professor proposes to student in front of class, gets beaten with chappal

An assant professor at a medical college in Karnataka allegedly proposed to a female student in front of her classmates, triggering outrage and a violent confrontation on campus. The incident came to light after multiple videos recorded students went viral on social media.The incident reportedly took place at Sri Siddhartha Medical College (SSMC) in Karnataka’s Tumkur. (X/@HateDetectors)In one of the clips, the professor is seen addressing the class and claiming that a student had confessed her feelings to him. He then says that he, too, is in love with her. The student, however, immediately objected in front of the class. She questioned the professor’s claims and asked him to take the matter up with the principal instead.The professor insed, saying, “Didn’t you say ‘I love you’?” He further claimed that there was CCTV footage to support his statement, prompting the student to demand proof. Soon after, the professor walked out of the classroom, saying he would speak to her the next day.Investigation underwayWhat followed quickly escalated beyond the classroom. According to a report NDTV, tensions flared up on campus, leading to a heated argument that turned into a physical confrontation. The student allegedly hit the professor with her slipper while other students gathered around, shouting abuses and assaulting him.The incident reportedly took place at Sri Siddhartha Medical College (SSMC) in Karnataka’s Tumkur. The college has since suspended the professor, and a case has been regered. Further investigation is ongoing.Social media reactionsMeanwhile, the videos have since sparked outrage online.One user commented, “This is exactly why positions of power come with responsibility. You’re standing in front of students as a mentor, not auditioning for some cheap proposal scene. Absolutely shameless behavior.”“what kind of professor proposes his own student,” wrote another, while a third user said, “He’s likely around 45–50 years old, and he’s proposing to a 19-year-old girl lol. He might even have a family. He should be behind bars. Throw these people out of campus…”“Shameless creature! How dare these ugly demons feel so entitled? Deserves to get all his teeth broken!” expressed one user.“Bengaluru med college serving instant karma + black belt rejections,” said another.