Rapper UNB Attacked In Arunachal While Returning From Concert
Sikkim-based rapper UNB was allegedly attacked by a group of men in Arunachal Pradesh while returning from a concert. Local police have formed a special investigation team to probe the incident following intervention by the Chief Ministers of both states.
Why it matters
The incident has sparked concerns regarding the safety of public figures and regional tensions in Northeast India.
Sikkim-based rapper Ugen Namgyal Bhutia, popularly known as UNB, was allegedly attacked by a group of men in Arunachal Pradesh's Lower Dibang Valley district, police said on Tuesday.The incident happened around 6 pm on Monday near Tiwari Gaon when UNB and his team were returning to Roing after attending a festival in Anini, they said.Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang spoke to his Arunachal Pradesh counterpart Pema Khandu, seeking immediate steps for the safety of the Sikkimese rapper."Just had a telephonic conversation with the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu Ji, regarding the unfortunate incident involving our young artiste, Ugen Namgyal Bhutia, popularly known as UNB, in Arunachal Pradesh.
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