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Rahul Gandhi Calls for Justice After Manipuri Musician Chongtham Vikram Singhs Murder in Delhi
On 10 September 2026, Rahul Gandhi addressed a memorial gathering for 54‑year‑old Manipuri musician Chongtham Vikram Singh at the Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. The meeting came a day after Singh was killed in the capital, and Gandhi pledged that the government would pursue justice.
Singh was beaten to death outside his apartment in the Kilokari area of southeast Delhi after he asked a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff to stop shouting and drinking near his home. Police reports say the assailants were shouting and consuming alcohol when Singh intervened, and the post‑mortem conducted at the Delhi Medical College revealed massive internal bleeding as the cause of death.
In the days following the incident, Delhi Police arrested seven adults and detained a minor in connection with the killing. The arrests followed a complaint from Singh’s wife, who confirmed that the men had previously threatened him.
During the memorial, Gandhi condemned the violence and described it as part of a broader pattern. He said, “It is a fashion these days that if you are powerful, you can be violent.” He added that the murder was not an isolated event but part of a trend of violence that has become “fashionable” in the city. Gandhi also said he does not believe in fighting violence with violence and praised the family for standing up for their beliefs.
Gandhi called Singh a symbol of love and affection and said the Congress party would not be cowed by the incident. “We will get justice and we will not be scared or cowed down by violence,” he said.
Singh was a well‑known figure in Manipur’s music scene. He had worked as a music teacher and was considered a pioneer of the region’s rock music. His death has sparked outrage among people from the Northeast, who say that the incident reflects a broader problem of discrimination and violence against people from the region.
The Delhi Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) under the Indian Penal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code. The FIR alleges that the accused intended to “teach him a lesson” after Singh objected to the noise. The police are investigating the motive and the chain of events that led to the fatal assault.
The incident has drawn attention to the rising number of violent crimes in Delhi. The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has reported an increase in violent offences in the National Capital Territory over the past year. The case has also highlighted the vulnerability of migrant communities in the city.
The Congress party has called for a thorough investigation and has urged the government to take steps to prevent similar incidents. Rahul Gandhi’s statement at the memorial is part of a broader political response that includes calls for stricter enforcement of law and order in Delhi.
At present, the case is still under investigation. The police have not yet announced chargesheets for the arrested men. The family of Singh has requested that the investigation be conducted swiftly and that the perpetrators be brought to justice.
The incident underscores the need for greater protection of minority communities in urban centres and for a judicial process that delivers timely justice. The case remains a focal point for discussions on law and order in Delhi and the safety of people from the Northeast.
As of 11 September 2026, no further developments have been announced. The family and the Congress party are awaiting the outcome of the police investigation and the court’s decision on the case.
Singh was beaten to death outside his apartment in the Kilokari area of southeast Delhi after he asked a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff to stop shouting and drinking near his home. Police reports say the assailants were shouting and consuming alcohol when Singh intervened, and the post‑mortem conducted at the Delhi Medical College revealed massive internal bleeding as the cause of death.
In the days following the incident, Delhi Police arrested seven adults and detained a minor in connection with the killing. The arrests followed a complaint from Singh’s wife, who confirmed that the men had previously threatened him.
During the memorial, Gandhi condemned the violence and described it as part of a broader pattern. He said, “It is a fashion these days that if you are powerful, you can be violent.” He added that the murder was not an isolated event but part of a trend of violence that has become “fashionable” in the city. Gandhi also said he does not believe in fighting violence with violence and praised the family for standing up for their beliefs.
Gandhi called Singh a symbol of love and affection and said the Congress party would not be cowed by the incident. “We will get justice and we will not be scared or cowed down by violence,” he said.
Singh was a well‑known figure in Manipur’s music scene. He had worked as a music teacher and was considered a pioneer of the region’s rock music. His death has sparked outrage among people from the Northeast, who say that the incident reflects a broader problem of discrimination and violence against people from the region.
The Delhi Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) under the Indian Penal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code. The FIR alleges that the accused intended to “teach him a lesson” after Singh objected to the noise. The police are investigating the motive and the chain of events that led to the fatal assault.
The incident has drawn attention to the rising number of violent crimes in Delhi. The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has reported an increase in violent offences in the National Capital Territory over the past year. The case has also highlighted the vulnerability of migrant communities in the city.
The Congress party has called for a thorough investigation and has urged the government to take steps to prevent similar incidents. Rahul Gandhi’s statement at the memorial is part of a broader political response that includes calls for stricter enforcement of law and order in Delhi.
At present, the case is still under investigation. The police have not yet announced chargesheets for the arrested men. The family of Singh has requested that the investigation be conducted swiftly and that the perpetrators be brought to justice.
The incident underscores the need for greater protection of minority communities in urban centres and for a judicial process that delivers timely justice. The case remains a focal point for discussions on law and order in Delhi and the safety of people from the Northeast.
As of 11 September 2026, no further developments have been announced. The family and the Congress party are awaiting the outcome of the police investigation and the court’s decision on the case.
