A beautiful four-day flower exhibition at Shivalik Park, Sector 33, Noida, which showcased over 120 varieties of native and exotic flowers, decorative plants, and stunning floral arrangements (including a 30-ft Kedarnath Temple made of flowers), turned chaotic the moment the formal program ended. A viral video circulating on social media in February 2026 captures crowds openly plucking, lifting, and carrying away flower pots, decorative plants, and arrangements – turning what was meant to be a celebration of nature into what many called a “public loot fest.”
The event, organised by Noida Authority as part of the free Spring Festival (Vasant Utsav), drew huge crowds from Noida, Faridabad, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and beyond – especially on weekends. But instead of leaving the displays intact for others to enjoy, attendees rushed to grab whatever they could, leaving organisers and onlookers stunned.
What the Viral Video Captures
The footage (shared widely on X, Instagram, and WhatsApp) shows:
- People walking out of the park carrying multiple flower pots and plants in their hands.
- Groups arguing when bystanders tried to stop them.
- Some even engage in scuffles over the items.
- The once-beautiful displays were stripped bare in minutes after the event wrapped up.
The video highlights the irony: a public exhibition meant to promote beauty and nature appreciation ended with the mass removal of the very items on display. Many clips show the floral Kedarnath Temple and other large setups being partially dismantled by the crowd.
Public Outrage & Civic Sense Debate
Netizens reacted with shock and anger:
- “From exhibition to loot – this is Indian civic sense in 2026”
- “Educated NCR people behaving like this? Shameful!”
- “Public spaces aren’t your personal garden – stop treating them like free shops”
- “Authorities should have deployed security or clear instructions – this ruins the city’s image”
- Calls for action: “Need better crowd control and rules for such events”
Some defended the act, saying people took “leftover” or “discarded” items, but most agreed it was blatant theft and disrespect for public property.
Organisers & Authority Response
Noida Authority has not issued an official statement yet (as of February 24, 2026), but the viral spread has put pressure on them to address security lapses. Similar past incidents in Noida (like flower pot thefts caught on CCTV) have raised questions about event management and enforcement.
The exhibition was free entry, which drew massive crowds, but inadequate security and guidelines allowed the chaos.
Quick Facts: Shivalik Park Flower Exhibition Controversy 2026
| Crowd taking flower pots, plants & decorations after the program end | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Shivalik Park, Sector 33, Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
| Event | Four-day Flower Exhibition (Vasant Utsav / Pushp Pradarshani) |
| Duration | Recent (ended shortly before Feb 24, 2026 viral surge) |
| Viral Video Content | Crowd taking flower pots, plants & decorations after program end |
| Key Highlight | Floral Kedarnath Temple & other large setups partially dismantled |
| Public Reaction | Outrage over “loot”, calls for better security & civic sense |
| Authority Response | No official statement yet; pressure mounting |
| Entry | Free – drew huge crowds from NCR region |
This incident reminds us how public events need strong crowd control to preserve beauty and respect. Have you attended such exhibitions and seen similar behaviour? Share your thoughts below! 🌸🚫
