An 18-year-old's fatal stabbing in Delhi's Paschim Vihar, allegedly triggered by a social media comment, has once again put the spotlight on the growing role of online platforms in fuelling real-world violence. Experts say the pursuit of digital validation, online influence and virtual rivalries is increasingly shaping criminal behaviour, particularly among young people, reported TOI.
From murder suspects uploading confession videos and gangsters flaunting illegal firearms online to influencers being targeted over follower counts, social media is no longer just a communication platform. Experts say it is increasingly shaping criminal motives, escalating conflicts and, in some cases, becoming a tool for tracking, targeting and intimidating victims.
