Haryana State Commission for Women has raised an order of arrest on rapper Badshah, after he allegedly failed to appear before the panel regarding allegations linked to his recently released Haryanvi song titled ‘Tateere’.
The commission had asked the rapper to appear in Panipat by 3PM on Friday to respond to complaints about the lyrics of his song and visuals used in his music video. However, after he did not attend the hearing within the given deadline, the panel got furious and decided to take strict action against the rapper.
Chairperson Renu Bhatia confirmed that instructions had been issued to authorities to proceed with the arrest.
Passport Seizure And Search Orders
Speaking live with media in Panipat, Renu Bhatia said authorities have been asked to act immediately. She stated, “I have ordered SP Panipat to get Badshah arrested from anywhere, any place and issue search orders.” She further also directed officials to seize rapper’s passport to prevent him from flying out of the country until the matter is under investigation.
According to the commission, the track allegedly contains language and visuals that insult women. Officials also raised concerns about scenes in the video showing girls in school uniforms discarding their school bags.
FIR Filed Under Legal Provisions
Police have already registered cases related to the song in Panchkula and Jind. The FIR includes charges under the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986 and Section 296 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which deals with obscene acts and songs.
Authorities say the complaint was filed by a local resident who alleged that the music video contains objectionable content that misrepresents women and the school environment.
Meanwhile, police have also started the process of issuing a look-out circular to ensure the rapper does not leave the country during the investigation.
Rapper’s Response Through Legal Team
Badshah’s legal representatives appeared before the commission and requested more time for his appearance. According to his lawyer, the summons had not been received earlier.
The lawyer also said the rapper had apologised if the song hurt anyone’s sentiments and confirmed that the video had been removed from YouTube.
“Under the law, everyone has the right to present their side. But here that is not being given,” the lawyer said while speaking to reporters.
As the legal process continues, the controversy around the “Tateeree” music video remains under investigation. Authorities have made it clear that the case will proceed according to law while both sides present their arguments.
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