Anjel Chakma, a 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura, died after a brutal attack in Dehradun, which his family and friends say was racially motivated. The attack took place on December 9 in the Selakui area, when Anjel and his younger brother, Michael, were confronted by a group of youths. Anjel suffered serious injuries and was admitted to the ICU, where he fought for 17 days before passing away on December 26. His death has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice.
How Tripura Student was Assaulted
On the night of December 9, Anjel Chakma, a final-year MBA student from Nandanagar in Tripura’s Unakoti district, was at a market in Dehradun with his brother, Michael. A group of men reportedly called them ‘Chinese’, and Anjel told them they were Indians. The situation escalated, and the men allegedly attacked Anjel with knives and a kada. He suffered severe injuries to his neck and spine, while Michael was also injured.
“I am Indian.” (victim’s last words) 😢
“They called us chinki, Chinese, momo etc.. then stabbed my brother.”
MBA student Anjel Chakma from Tripura was killed in a racist attack in Dehradun.
Now his younger brother is fighting for justice. Please support him to ensure justice. pic.twitter.com/NYv89oHKpX
— Suraj Kumar Bauddh (@SurajKrBauddh) December 29, 2025
Five Arrested, Investigation Underway
One of the attackers is still absconding. Police have announced a reward of Rs 25,000 for information leading to his arrest. A team has also been sent to Nepal to trace him. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami condemned the attack and promised strict action. Anjel’s body was sent to Agartala for his last rites, while protests continue across the Northeast, demanding justice and stronger laws against racial attacks.
देहरादून में अध्ययन कर रहे दिवंगत छात्र एंजेल चकमा के पिताजी से दूरभाष पर बातचीत की। इस अत्यंत दुःखद घटना को लेकर गहरी पीड़ा व्यक्त करते हुए उन्हें भरोसा दिलाया कि दोषियों के विरुद्ध कठोरतम कार्रवाई सुनिश्चित की जाएगी।
इस प्रकरण को हमारी सरकार ने पूरी गंभीरता से लिया है। ऐसी… pic.twitter.com/j4yRTjikvN
— Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) December 29, 2025
