Haryana Police Escalate Action Against Rapper Badshah Over Controversial Song
In a significant escalation of legal proceedings, the Haryana police have formally initiated the process of issuing a Look Out Circular (LOC) against popular rapper Badshah. This decisive move aims to prevent the singer, whose real name is Pratik Singh Sisodia, from leaving the country amidst an ongoing investigation into his controversial song "Tateeeree."
Police Deploy Teams and Remove Content
Police parties have been actively deployed across multiple locations with the specific objective of apprehending the accused rapper. Simultaneously, the Panchkula police have taken concrete steps to remove the contentious song from YouTube, with parallel proceedings underway to eliminate the video from all other digital platforms and social media networks.
The authorities have issued formal notices demanding the removal of all related videos from every social media platform, underscoring the seriousness with which they are treating this case. The rapper has drawn severe criticism and legal action from law enforcement agencies, civil society groups, and the women's commission over allegations of indecent content and objectionable picturization in the song.
Legal Framework and Allegations
The case has been officially registered under Sections 3 and 4 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Independent Representative of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986. According to detailed police statements, the video in question portrays minor girls dressed in school uniforms engaging in inappropriate behavior, such as throwing away their school bags and running away from educational responsibilities.
Police investigators have alleged that the video deliberately misrepresents the environment of schools and the value of education by incorporating derogatory terminology like "cladework." Furthermore, it has been asserted that the song contains offensive and irreparable language directed towards women and girls, contributing to its controversial nature.
Investigation into Unauthorized Use of Government Property
In a related development, the police inquiry has revealed that a Haryana Roadways bus from the Jind Depot was prominently featured in the video. Authorities are currently investigating whether the production team obtained the necessary legal permissions from the concerned transportation department to include the bus in the footage.
If it is determined that the bus was used without proper authorization, the police have indicated that strict legal action will be taken against all responsible individuals, potentially including charges under Section 120-B for criminal conspiracy.
Similarly, the video also depicts a government school complex, raising additional concerns about unauthorized filming. Police officials have confirmed that they are examining whether the requisite permissions were secured from the competent educational authorities for the shooting at this location. Appropriate legal measures will be pursued against those found responsible if permissions were not duly obtained.
This comprehensive police action highlights the growing scrutiny over content that potentially violates decency norms and misuses public property, setting a precedent for how such cases are handled in the digital age.
