Tribal body seeks trial in Anjel Chakma murder case outside Uttarakhand — UPSC Current Affairs | December 29, 2025
Tribal body seeks trial in Anjel Chakma murder case outside Uttarakhand
The All India Chakma Students’ Union (AICSU) is urging the Uttarakhand Chief Minister to transfer the Anjel Chakma murder trial out of the state, citing lapses in the police investigation and concerns for the safety of the victim's family. This case highlights issues related to social justice, police accountability, and the protection of marginalized communities, relevant for UPSC GS papers.
Overview The All India Chakma Students’ Union (AICSU) has requested the Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami , to transfer the murder trial of Anjel Chakma , a 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura, out of Uttarakhand. Chakma was stabbed in Dehradun on December 9, 2025 , and died on December 26, 2025 . The AICSU alleges that the investigation has been compromised due to lapses by the Uttarakhand police and hospital authorities. Key Developments Incident: Anjel Chakma was stabbed by a group of individuals in Dehradun on December 9, 2025 . Death: He succumbed to his injuries on December 26, 2025 , in a hospital in Dehradun. Demand for Transfer: The AICSU is demanding the transfer of the case, preferably to Delhi, citing a loss of faith in the Uttarakhand police. FIR Delay: The AICSU alleges a three-day delay in registering the First Information Report (FIR). Police Inaction: The Selakui police station allegedly refused to register the complaint on multiple occasions. Legal Sections: Failure to invoke appropriate Sections of the law at the initial stage is also alleged. Racial Abuse: The AICSU claims that senior police officials attempted to dilute the crime by portraying it as a fight, ignoring elements of racial abuse. Hospital Lapses: Concerns were raised regarding the hospital's failure to immediately inform the police in a medico-legal case. Compensation Demand: The AICSU is demanding a compensation of ₹2 crore for the victim’s family. UPSC Relevance This case is relevant to GS2 (Social Justice, Government Policies) and GS1 (Social Issues) . It highlights issues related to the protection of marginalized communities, police accountability, and the effectiveness of legal frameworks like the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The incident also raises questions about the accessibility of justice for vulnerable populations and the role of civil society organizations in advocating for their rights. Demands and Concerns Transfer of Trial: AICSU seeks to transfer the trial outside Uttarakhand to ensure a fair and impartial judicial process. Action Against Police Officials: Demand for action against police officials for not registering the FIR and distorting facts. Arrest of Accused: Immediate arrest of the absconding accused. Invocation of SC/ST Act: Demand for the invocation of the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act in the case. Compensation: Demand for a compensation of ₹2 crore to the victim’s family. Important Facts Victim: Anjel Chakma , a 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura. Incident Date: December 9, 2025 . Death Date: December 26, 2025 . Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Organization: All India Chakma Students’ Union (AICSU).