A Malviya Nagar couple in Delhi was arrested for racially abusing three Northeastern women after a viral video sparked outrage. They have been charged under the SC/ST Act, highlighting the importance of respect and justice for all communities.
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The Incident That Shocked Delhi
A couple from Malviya Nagar in Delhi used racial slurs against three women from Northeast India,, who included a university student. The confrontation started because of a dust probl,em which resulted from electrical repair activities in the building, but it progressed into a situation where people used ethnic slurs against the women.
Viral Video Sparks Public Outrage
The incident video went viral on social media, prompting people from various fields to unite in denouncing the event. People showed their displeasure about racial discrimination that Northeastern people experience in big cities because they wanted to see the suspects face severe consequences.
Couple Arrested Under SC/ST Act
After public outcry, the Delhi Police took Ruby Jain and Harsh Singh into custody because they violated the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The couple remains in judicial custody while authorities conduct their investigation.
Official Condemnation
The act was condemned by political leaders and public figures.
- Delhi officials emphasized that the city belongs to everyone and that respect for diversity is mandatory.
- Arunachal Pradesh leaders demanded that authorities provide quick justice to the victims.
The Bigger Picture
The incident demonstrates how Northeastern communities continue to face racial discrimination throughout urban areas of India. The legal proceedings against the defendants deliver an important message which demonstrates that racial discrimination will face serious consequences while victims can pursue their legal rights.
