Delhi Content Creator Amir Shokeen Arrested Over Racial Abuse Of Tripura Youth - VIDEO
Delhi-based content creator Amir Shokeen has been arrested for allegedly subjecting a youth from Tripura to racial abuse and humiliation in a viral social media video, news agency PTI reported. A case was registered against Shokeen at Sadar Bazaar police station in Delhi after Union Minister Kiren Rijiju took cognisance of the controversy and called for action against the alleged abuse. #UPDATE |…
Delhi-based content creator Amir Shokeen has been apprehended by Delhi Police for allegedly engaging in racial abuse against an indigenous youth from Tripura, as reported by news agency PTI. The incident sparked widespread outrage following the circulation of a viral social media video. The case was registered at Sadar Bazaar Police Station under Sections 192, 196, 352, and 353 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Shokeen, who resides in Delhi's Bara Hindu Rao area, faces charges of racial slurs, derogatory language, and inappropriate physical contact. Following the controversy, Shokeen posted an apology video on Instagram, asserting that the interaction was scripted for humor and that he had no malicious intent. He also sought forgiveness from those who found the video offensive.
The Youth Tipra Federation filed a complaint against Shokeen for cyberbullying, racial harassment, hate speech, and defamation, urging authorities to coordinate with Delhi Police.
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