In a high-stakes chase gripping Delhi’s underbelly, police are closing in on YouTuber Salman, accused of orchestrating chaos at Turkman Gate through incendiary online posts. The allegations center on his alleged attempts to sabotage communal harmony in the heart of Old Delhi.
What began as a standard eviction operation in the crowded bastion of Turkman Gate turned ugly when viral videos surfaced, purportedly from Salman, rallying crowds against authorities. These clips, brimming with divisive rhetoric, reportedly incited stone-pelting and slogan-shouting that injured several officers.
Turkman Gate’s turbulent history includes past run-ins with law enforcement over illegal constructions. This flare-up adds to the narrative of resistance against municipal clearances. Police have invoked charges under IPC 153A for fomenting enmity between groups, alongside cyber laws for spreading misinformation.
The digital dragnet is wide: Salman’s channels, boasting lakhs of subscribers, have been taken down temporarily, and his last known location traces back to East Delhi. ‘He’s evading capture, but not for long,’ vowed a top cop, as teams comb social media for accomplices.
Voices from the ground paint a complex picture. Supporters hail him as an anti-establishment crusader, while critics slam his tactics as reckless endangerment. Political analysts point to the growing influence of YouTubers in local agitations, raising alarms about unregulated content.
With tensions simmering, additional forces have been deployed to Turkman Gate to prevent reprisals. The episode serves as a stark reminder of how a single viral post can ignite streets long plagued by poverty and neglect. As Salman remains at large, Delhi watches warily for the next twist.