Rahul Gandhi Raises Northeast Safety Issue After Delhi Death
- By Thetripurapost Desk, New Delhi
- Sep 08, 2026
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Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has demanded a prompt investigation into the death of Manipuri musician C Vikram Singh following an alleged assault in southeast Delhi's Kilokari area.
Gandhi questioned the response of the Union Home Ministry and Delhi Police, expressing concern over what he described as increasing lawlessness and the safety of people from Northeast India living in the national capital.
Who Was C Vikram Singh?
C Vikram Singh, a musician and music teacher from Manipur, died after allegedly being assaulted outside his residence in Kilokari village. Police said he had been living in the area for several years.
According to the preliminary police inquiry, Singh had objected to a group of men allegedly shouting, drinking and creating a disturbance outside his home.
The confrontation reportedly escalated, after which Singh suffered serious injuries.
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The Sunlight Colony police station received a PCR call concerning the alleged assault. Police subsequently began investigating the events leading to Singh's injuries and death.
Singh's son, Yaiphaba, reportedly took him to Holy Family Hospital following the assault. The musician later died while undergoing treatment.
Rahul Gandhi Questions Safety of Northeast Community
Reacting to the incident, Rahul Gandhi expressed concern over the safety of Northeast Indians residing in Delhi.
He questioned what Union Home Minister Amit Shah's Ministry of Home Affairs and the Delhi Police were doing to address what he called "growing lawlessness", particularly in relation to people from the Northeast.
Gandhi called for a swift investigation and demanded that those responsible face justice. He also offered condolences to Singh's family.
NESSDU Condemns Alleged Assault
The North East Students Society, Delhi University (NESSDU), also mourned Singh's death and described him as a respected Manipuri musician.
The organisation said Singh had reportedly gone downstairs after noticing a group allegedly drinking and creating a disturbance near his apartment. According to the students' body, his request to reduce the noise was followed by the alleged assault.
NESSDU called for a fair and thorough investigation and accountability for those found responsible.
Investigation Underway
The circumstances surrounding the assault and Singh's death remain under investigation. Police have taken the accused into custody while continuing to establish the sequence of events.
The incident has also triggered wider concerns among Northeast communities in Delhi, with calls for a transparent investigation and justice for the deceased musician.
TheTripuraPost will continue to track developments in the Delhi assault case and bring readers verified updates as the investigation progresses.
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