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The Congress party condemned the killing, and the minister criticized attempts to politicize the incident.

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Minister vows strictest punishment in Manipuri musician’s murder

Chargesheet to be filed within eight-nine days, says Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has called for the strictest punishment possible for those responsible for the killing of a Manipuri music teacher in Delhi. He said he was personally monitoring the case and that police have assured him a chargesheet will be filed within eight to nine days.

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Published Sep 08, 2026, 18:12 IST

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju pledged strict punishment in the murder of a Manipuri musician in Delhi, stating that the police acted quickly to apprehend the accused. He emphasized a thorough investigation and dismissed attempts to politicize the incident amid concerns about rising crime rates in the national capital.

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The minister said the police acted swiftly after the incident and tracked down the accused after they fled. He added that no stone would be left unturned in the investigation.

Rijiju’s statement came amid concerns over rising crimes in Delhi, with some voices pointing out that under Home Minister Amit Shah’s watch, the national capital has recorded the highest levels of crime year after year. The killing has raised questions about the safety of Northeast families living in Delhi.

The minister’s remarks followed condemnation from political quarters, including the Congress party, which denounced the killing. Rijiju also criticized attempts to politicize the incident, calling such moves despicable. He emphasized that under the current leadership, every citizen feels secure and takes pride in being Indian.

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Why is the killing of the Manipuri musician significant?: It has raised questions about the safety of Northeast families living in Delhi.
How did political parties react to the murder?: The Congress party condemned the killing, and the minister criticized attempts to politicize the incident.

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Minister vows strictest punishment in Manipuri musician’s murder

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