The Delhi Police arrested social media content creator Amir Shokeen on October 22, 2026 on charges of racially abusing and humiliating a young man from Tripura. The arrest followed widespread criticism on social media of a video in which Shokeen made derogatory remarks about the youth's identity and appearance.
The case was registered at Sadar Bazar Police Station under Sections 192, 196, 352 and 353 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The incident has reignited the issue of racial discrimination against people from Northeast India.
Why was Amir Shokeen arrested?
According to media reports from Delhi Police, authorities took action after the video attracted attention online. Police teams were deployed to trace Shokeen, and he was finally found in the Karol Bagh area of Delhi following searches.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Niharika Bhatt said the police registered a case after taking cognisance of the video. The Delhi Police's Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations unit is investigating the matter.
Other reports also said Shokeen was to be brought before a court after his arrest. The next step in the case will be in court.
What Does the Viral Video Allegedly Show?
The controversy is centered on a video showing Shokeen making racially charged comments toward a young man from Tripura. The video includes references to China and remarks mocking the youth's identity and appearance, the newspaper reported.
The video generated wide responses on social media with people and organisations in particular demanding action against the alleged behaviour. The incident has also raised the issue of racial stereotyping and discrimination in the Northeast Indian community.
The allegations are still being investigated, and the claims in the circulated video should be considered in that context.
Amir Shokeen’s response to the controversy.
Following the backlash, Shokeen apologized and said the video was scripted. He said the young man who appeared in it was well-known to him and claimed he had not meant to hurt anyone’s sentiments.
His explanation hasn’t ended the controversy, with complainants and critics calling for an investigation. Police will need to investigate and establish the facts behind the video.
#WATCH | Delhi: Amir Shokeen arrested by Delhi Police in connection with a case involving alleged racial slurs against a youth from Tripura, taken to court from Sadar Bazar Police Station. A case has been registered against him under Sections 192, 196, 352 and 353 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
— ANI (@ANI) October 23, 2026
Political leaders and student groups seek action.
The incident drew the attention of political leaders in Delhi and Tripura. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha instructed the state's Director General of Police to coordinate with Delhi Police on the matter.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju also criticised the alleged remarks and called for action. The Tripura Students Forum Delhi submitted a complaint seeking an investigation into the video and the alleged humiliation of the youth.
Tripura Police also registered a case in connection with the controversy and coordinated with authorities in Delhi.
What happens next?
The video, complaints and other evidence will be under investigation. The legal process will determine if the allegations are real or not.
The case has brought to light the importance of treating people with dignity regardless of their ethnicity or regional background. As the investigation continues, the authorities’ findings and the court proceedings will be important in establishing the facts.
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