Tripura Student Anjel Chakma Dies After Racist Attack in Dehradun; CM Vows Action

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News18•28-12-2025, 13:19
Tripura Student Anjel Chakma Dies After Racist Attack in Dehradun; CM Vows Action
- •Anjel Chakma, a 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura, died after being stabbed in a racist attack in Dehradun, 14 days post-incident.
- •He and his brother Michael were targeted with racial slurs, called "Chinese," to which Anjel responded, "We are Indians."
- •Five accused, including two minors, have been arrested; main accused Yagya Awasthi is absconding in Nepal with a Rs 25,000 reward.
- •Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami assured strict action, while Anjel's death sparked anger and calls for a national anti-hate crime law.
- •Anjel suffered severe neck and spine injuries; his brother Michael also remains in serious condition.
Why It Matters: Racist attack claims Tripura student's life in Dehradun, sparking outrage and calls for justice.
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