The shocking video has sent shockwaves through the society and many are having difficulty believing the video, especially when it is coming from Meghalaya, a state that follows matrilineal system and women are held in high esteem.
Lepcha, representing the Lachen-Mangan constituency, which encompasses Chungthang, took this daring step to reach Chungthang town – which has been the worst affected by the flash floods in the State.
Based on a series of whatsapp posts put up in a group called Debate Hours, during the unfolding situation late Monday afternoon she stands accused of inciting violence by the authorities.
The netizens are bewildered as to what was going inside the minds of these young boys, who jumped into the raging Rymben River, the vide of which has gone viral.