Killing of Tripura student in Dehradun a horrific ‘hate crime’: Rahul Gandhi
The article reports a hate crime with potential for systemic bias and normalization.
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, condemned the killing of Angel Chakma, a Tripura student, in Dehradun as a "horrific hate crime" and blamed the ruling BJP for normalizing hate. Chakma was attacked by a group of six people after objecting to an alleged racial slur on December 9th. Manik Saha, Tripura Chief Minister, received assurances from his Uttarakhand counterpart, Pushkar Singh Dhami, that those responsible will be arrested. Thousands of students under the banner of Tipra Indigenous Students' Federation organized a candle march demanding justice for Chakma.
29 DEC 2025
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Following the fatal attack on Angel Chakma, a Tripura student, in Dehradun, the ruling BJP and local officials are facing calls for justice.
30 DEC 2025
— The Hindu
Following a racially motivated attack in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, Angel Chakma's death prompted the arrest of five individuals, including two minors, and a reward for an absconding suspect.
1 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma condemned the killing of Tripura student Angel Chakma and called for nationwide education about the Northeast to prevent future incidents.
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