Archive · 25 Jan 2026
Karnataka Youth Remove Gutka Ads From Buses
Some young people in Karnataka, India, started removing ads for gutka and pan masala from government buses.
They did this because they think these ads are bad for kids and encourage unhealthy habits.
The videos of them doing this went viral on social media.
Many people supported them, but some said it's not right to damage government property, even for a good cause.
This started a big discussion about public health and what we should and shouldn't advertise.
Videos of young men removing gutka and tobacco ads from KSRTC buses in Karnataka went viral on social media.
The movement started in Vidyanagar and spread to Mudhol and Hubballi, targeting large ads featuring Bollywood celebrities.
Protesters aimed to stop the promotion of unhealthy habits, especially to children and students.
Many citizens and parents supported the move, while others warned about the legal consequences of defacing government property.
The incident sparked a broader conversation about public health, hygiene, and the impact of surrogate advertising.
- Who
- Karnataka Youth and Social Media Users
- What
- Removal of Gutka and Pan Masala advertisements from KSRTC buses
- When
- January 24, 2026
- Where
- Vidyanagar, Mudhol, Hubballi, Karnataka, India
- Why
- To protest against the promotion of unhealthy habits, particularly to children and students
- Location
- Vidyanagar, Mudhol, Hubballi, Karnataka, India
- Involved Parties
- Karnataka Youth, KSRTC, Social Media Users
- Products Targeted
- Gutka, Pan Masala
- Platforms Involved
- X (formerly Twitter), Social Media
- Public Reaction
- Mixed (Support and Criticism)