Tripura student Anjel Chakma dies after alleged racially motivated attack in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Five accused arrested. Political leaders demand justice as safety concerns for northeastern students escalate amid rising racial violence in India.
A tragic incident has shaken the northeastern community as Anjel Chakma, a final-year MBA student from Tripura, died early Friday after enduring weeks of treatment following a brutal racially motivated attack in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Anjel, a student at Jigyasa University, suffered severe injuries during an attack on December 9 in the Selaqui area of Dehradun. According to reports, Anjel and his younger brother, Michael Chakma, a student at Uttaranchal University, were assaulted by a group of youths allegedly under the influence of alcohol while they were out buying groceries.
The attackers reportedly hurled racial slurs and derogatory remarks targeting the brothers’ ethnic appearance before physically assaulting them. Michael sustained a head injury after being struck with a kada (metal bracelet), while Anjel was stabbed in the neck and abdomen, resulting in life-threatening injuries.
Following the assault, Anjel was rushed to Graphic Era Hospital and admitted to the intensive care unit, where he battled for life for several weeks. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries around 4 a.m. on Friday, leaving the community devastated.
The police have acted swiftly, arresting five suspects named Avinash Negi, Shaurya Rajput, Suraj Khawas, Ayush Badoni, and Sumit in connection with the attack. Authorities have confirmed that further investigation is ongoing to bring all responsible parties to justice.
This violent incident has sparked outrage and grief, especially among Tripura’s political leaders and student organizations. Pradyot Kishore Debbarman, the leader of Tipra Motha Party, condemned the brutal killing and expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Chakma family. He emphasized the urgent need for justice and swift action against the perpetrators.
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“While the world was celebrating Christmas, we lost a bright young life in Anjel Chakma. We demand justice and accountability,” Debbarman stated on social media.
The incident has also raised concerns about the safety of students from northeastern states studying in other parts of India, highlighting the urgent need for stronger measures against racial discrimination and violence.
The community and authorities await justice as this heartbreaking case unfolds.
