Archive · 26 Jul 2025
Bengaluru Residents Highlight Poor Roads with 'Squid Game' Protest
In Bengaluru, India, artists and journalists dressed up as characters from the TV show 'Squid Game' to show how bad the roads and sidewalks are.
They made a video of themselves acting like they were in a game, but instead of a game, they were trying to walk on broken paths and avoid potholes.
The video went viral online, with people making jokes and expressing concern about the city's infrastructure.
This is not the first time people have protested about this issue; residents have previously performed rituals at potholes and a man is seeking compensation for the problems the roads have caused him.
Artists and journalists in Bengaluru used 'Squid Game' to highlight poor infrastructure.
They enacted scenes from the show, showcasing the city's pothole-filled roads and footpaths.
The video, posted on X, went viral and drew reactions from social media users.
This is not the first time citizens have protested poor road conditions.
One man sought compensation for the suffering caused by the poor roads.
- Who
- Artists, journalists, and residents of Bengaluru.
- What
- Artists and journalists enacted scenes from 'Squid Game' to protest against poor infrastructure.
- When
- Recent events, including a video posted in 2025 and a previous protest in 2023.
- Where
- Bengaluru, India.
- Why
- To draw attention to and protest against the city's crumbling infrastructure, specifically the pothole-filled roads and footpaths.
Concerned Citizens
Not Applicable
Road Safety
Concerned Citizens
City infrastructure is dangerous and requires urgent improvement to ensure public safety and well-being.
Not Applicable
No opposing viewpoints found.
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Protest Method
- 'Squid Game' themed video and social media
- Issue
- Pothole-filled roads and footpaths
- Previous Protest
- Residents performed a Puja in 2023
- Related action
- A man sought compensation for the suffering caused by the poor roads