Woman Mistaken for Goddess After Viral Video of Walking on Water

Viral Video Sparks Devotion

In New Delhi, the phenomenon of misleading claims on social media is not a new occurrence. Numerous instances have emerged where individuals have been misled by posts circulating online. A recent incident from Madhya Pradesh highlights this issue, where a woman was revered as a goddess after a video of her purportedly walking on water went viral.

The video, filmed in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, depicted an elderly woman walking in the Narmada River. The footage was shared widely with claims that she was performing a miracle by walking on water. Following the video's circulation, many individuals flocked to see her, with some even beginning to worship her. As the situation escalated, the woman felt compelled to clarify the truth behind her actions.

Clarification from the Woman
The woman, who was performing a ritual walk, explained that the section of the river where she was seen walking had shallow water. She insisted that she is not a goddess and that there was no miracle involved. She shared that she had set out to perform her ritual with devotion. Additionally, she mentioned that she often provides traditional remedies to those who are injured. The woman clarified that she would sometimes wade through the river where the water was shallow, as she has some swimming skills. However, the narrative of 'miracle' and 'Narmada Ma' began to circulate, leading to a surge of visitors eager to meet her.