‘Racial attack’ by Delhi influencer on tribal youth roils Tripura
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Thu, 22 October 2026
3 reports- Times of India01:36first to report
In Tripura, a controversial video featuring influencer Amir Shokeen allegedly mocking a tribal youth has ignited political backlash. Leaders throughout the region voiced their outrage, labeling the incident a racial attack and pushing for swift action. CM Manik Saha has directed the Tripura DGP to collaborate with Delhi Police for a comprehensive investigation.
- Times of India05:52
Facing significant backlash, social media influencer Amir Shokeen publicly apologized for a racially abusive video. Directed towards the people of Tripura and its chief minister, his apology sought to address the hurt caused. The incident has sparked an investigation by the Delhi Police's IFSO unit, prompted by complaints from the Tripura Students Forum Delhi, with political leaders Kiren Rijiju and Manik Saha calling for legal action.
- indiatimes.com09:01
Delhi Police has registered an FIR against social media influencer Amir Shokeen over a viral video allegedly showing him making racial slurs against a youth from Tripura.
Sat, 24 October 2026
1 report- morungexpress.com17:15