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    "headline": "Renowned Manipuri guitarist assaulted near home in southeast Delhi",
    "summary": "Chongtham Vikram Singh, a Manipuri guitarist, was assaulted near his residence in southeast Delhi on September 7. The incident, recorded on CCTV, has prompted calls for a thorough police investigation amid concerns over violence against people from the Northeast.",
    "articleBody": "Chongtham Vikram Singh, a well-known Manipuri guitarist and pioneer of Western music, was assaulted near his residence in southeast Delhi late on September 7. The attack, captured on CCTV, has sparked demands for swift police investigation and justice, amid concerns over rising lawlessness against people from the Northeast.\n\nAccording to reports, the accused chased Singh to the third floor of his building, overpowered him in the corridor, and inflicted multiple blows before fleeing the scene. The incident occurred around 11:30 pm, with further developments noted at 1:38 am.\n\nThe attack has deeply saddened the music community and raised alarm over growing violence targeting Northeastern residents. Calls have been made urging the Delhi Police to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure prompt justice for the victim.\nयह भी पढ़ें\nManipuri Musician Dies After Assault Over Noise Complaint in Delhi\nDemand for Arrest of Swatantra Bhardwaj under SC-ST Act within 72 Hours\nChirag Paswan Filed Complaint Against Swatantra Bhardwaj\nSanjay Kumar Injured on Head, Two Accused in Custody",
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