Who is Amir Shokeen? Delhi-based influencer under fire for ‘Chinese jibe’ at Tripura youth — what's the case against him

Amir Shokeen, a Delhi-based content creator with a significant following on social media, is currently facing criticism for allegedly making derogatory remarks towards a youth from Tripura. The incident came to light when a video surfaced online, showing Shokeen using racial slurs against the individual, including calling him "chinky," "China president," and "Michael Jackson."

In response to the gravity of the situation, the Delhi Police registered a case at Sadar Bazar Police Station, under the jurisdiction of the North District, based on information obtained via social media. Shokeen was subsequently arrested and remanded to one-day judicial custody.

The police registered the case under Sections 192, 196, 352, and 353 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister, Kiren Rijiju, and Tripura Chief Minister, Manik Saha, among others, have condemned Shokeen's actions and demanded appropriate action be taken against him. Shokeen has issued an apology video, stating that he made a video as a joke and that he never intended to harm anyone's sentiments or community.

He also sought forgiveness from the people of Tripura and apologized to Tripura's Chief Minister, Manik Saha. Shokeen's apology came after some delay, but both the Delhi Police and Tripura Police vowed to teach him a lesson. The source reveals that Shokeen has a history of criminal behavior, with previous cases registered against him for offenses under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) Sections 323, 324, 504, and 506.