Tripura Police will bring social media content creator Amir Shokeen to Tripura for further investigation after completing the required legal formalities in Delhi. The case relates to a viral video in which racial slurs were allegedly directed at Lesenjit Reang, an indigenous youth from Anandabazar in North Tripura district. Tripura Police registered a case on October 22, 2026, and coordinated with Delhi Police to secure the accused’s arrest. Police officials have praised the cooperation between the two forces. Meanwhile, the incident has sparked widespread outrage and renewed demands for stronger action against racial discrimination targeting people from Northeast India.
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Key Facts About the Tripura Racial Abuse Case
- Accused: Amir Shokeen, a social media content creator
- Victim: Lesenjit Reang, an indigenous youth from Anandabazar, North Tripura
- Tripura case: Case No. 2026NCC088
- Date of registration: October 22, 2026
- Arrest: Delhi Police arrested Shokeen on Thursday, October 22
- Police coordination: Tripura Police and Delhi Police
- Next step: Tripura Police will take custody of the accused after the necessary legal proceedings in Delhi
Tripura Police Confirm Transfer Plan
Inspector General of Police (Law and Order) Manchak Ipper, IPS, confirmed on Friday that Tripura Police would bring Shokeen to the state for further investigation.
Ipper said Tripura Police acted promptly after receiving the viral video. The department immediately dispatched a team to pursue the case and contacted Delhi Police to coordinate further action.
He also praised Delhi Police for its response and cooperation over the previous two days. According to the IG, Tripura Police shared essential information with senior Delhi Police officials, including the Joint Commissioner of Police and the Deputy Commissioner of Police.
Ipper said the coordinated operation led to the accused’s arrest. However, Tripura Police must first complete the necessary legal procedures in Delhi before taking him into custody and bringing him to the state.
Tripura Police Register Case Over Viral Video
The case began after a video circulated on social media allegedly showed racial slurs and derogatory remarks directed at Lesenjit Reang, an indigenous youth from Anandabazar in North Tripura district.
According to a press release from the Tripura Director General of Police, NCC Police Station registered Case No. 2026NCC088 on October 22. Police invoked relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
The video reportedly appeared online on October 20 and spread widely the following day. As it gained attention, people across Tripura expressed anger over the alleged racial abuse.
Following coordination between Tripura Police and the Special Police Unit for the North Eastern Region of Delhi Police, officers arrested Shokeen in Delhi on Thursday. Delhi Police also registered a separate case at Sadar Bazar Police Station under Sections 192, 196, 352 and 353 of the BNS.
The investigation will examine the circumstances surrounding the video and the alleged remarks. The allegations remain subject to the legal process.
Political Leaders Condemn Alleged Racial Harassment
The incident has drawn condemnation from political leaders, student organisations and indigenous groups across Tripura.
Chief Minister Professor Dr Manik Saha directed the state police chief to coordinate with Delhi Police and ensure appropriate legal action. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju also condemned the alleged racial abuse.
Meanwhile, Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury and Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma joined others in demanding strict action against the accused.
Youth groups and indigenous organisations have also called for accountability, highlighting concerns about racial discrimination against people from the Northeast.
Why the Case Matters for Northeast India
People from Northeast India have repeatedly raised concerns about racial stereotyping, derogatory comments and discrimination in different parts of the country. The case involving Reang has brought these concerns back into public discussion.
Tripura’s coordination with Delhi Police also highlights the importance of cooperation between state and city police forces when incidents cross geographical boundaries through social media.
As the investigation continues, authorities will need to establish the facts and follow the applicable legal procedures. Tripura Police currently has a team in Delhi to complete the formalities required to bring Shokeen to the state.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is Amir Shokeen?
Amir Shokeen is a social media content creator whom police arrested in Delhi in connection with a case involving alleged racial abuse directed at a youth from Tripura.
2. Who is the alleged victim?
The alleged victim is Lesenjit Reang, an indigenous youth from Anandabazar in North Tripura district.
3. When did Tripura Police register the case?
NCC Police Station registered Case No. 2026NCC088 on October 22, 2026.
4. Why will Tripura Police bring the accused to the state?
Tripura Police plans to take custody of Shokeen for further investigation after completing the required legal proceedings in Delhi.
5. Who condemned the alleged racial abuse?
Chief Minister Manik Saha, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Opposition Leader Jitendra Chaudhury, Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma and several youth and indigenous organisations condemned the alleged incident or demanded strict action.
6. What happens next in the case?
Tripura Police will complete the necessary legal formalities in Delhi and seek custody of the accused. The investigation will then continue in Tripura.
The case has intensified calls for stronger action against racial discrimination and greater protection for people from Northeast India. Authorities will now focus on the investigation and the legal process to determine responsibility for the alleged offence.
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