Diljit Dosanjh Concert: 3 Arrested for Pro-Khalistan Graffiti at Delhi Metro
Delhi Police arrest three people for painting pro-Khalistan graffiti targeting Diljit Dosanjh at metro stations ahead of his concert.
In a major crackdown on separatist activities, the Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested three individuals, including a woman, for painting pro-Khalistan graffiti at two metro stations. The provocative messages targeted singer Diljit Dosanjh ahead of his massive concert in the national capital, aiming to incite unrest and promote a banned ideology.
The Vandalism at Metro Stations
The incident came to light when authorities discovered defaced public property at two different locations. On October 29, graffiti was spotted on the floor near Gate No. 1 of the Jahangirpuri Metro Station. A day later, on October 30, similar markings were found on the inner wall of the staircase at Gate No. 2 of the Shastri Nagar Metro Station.
The graffiti in both locations read: "DILJIT SINGH QUAM D GADDAR KHOON D BADLA SFJ KHALISTAN". The police stated that these messages expressed support for the banned separatist organization Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) and the Khalistan ideology, posing a direct threat to national integrity and public order.
The Mastermind and the Modus Operandi
The investigation, led by Inspectors Anukul Panwar and Parveen Kumar under the supervision of ACP Rahul Kumar Singh, revealed a calculated plot. The arrested suspects have been identified as Sumeet (alias Raftar), Sumit Kumar (alias Kaka), and Gurpreet.
According to the police, Sumit Kumar alias Kaka was the primary instigator. He was allegedly contacted by an associate linked to the SFJ and was instructed to use an encrypted messaging app. Through this application, he received specific templates for the graffiti and was promised financial rewards for executing the plan at high-visibility locations across Delhi.
Execution of the Plan
To carry out the task, Sumit recruited Gurpreet and Sumeet alias Raftar. The trio arrived in Delhi on October 28, 2026. The police detailed the division of labor as follows:
- Sumeet (Raftar): Allegedly painted the graffiti at Jahangirpuri Metro Station and recorded a video of the act to send to his handlers as proof.
- Sumit and Gurpreet: Allegedly worked together to deface the Shastri Nagar Metro Station.
Furthermore, police investigations suggest that Sumit Kumar did not stop there; he allegedly painted additional graffiti near the GTK Bypass under the jurisdiction of PS Samaypur Badli on October 30. This specific incident is currently being investigated as a separate matter.
Legal Action and Context
The Delhi Police have registered two separate FIRs (No. 0011/2026 at PS Metro Azadpur and No. 0010/2026 at PS Metro NSP). The accused face charges under:
- Section 3 of the Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Public Property Act, 2007.
- Section 62(2) of the Metro Railway (Operation and Maintenance) Act, 2002.
These arrests occurred around the time Diljit Dosanjh performed at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 30 as part of his Aura India Tour. The tour is set to continue with performances in Indore, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Lucknow, with a Chandigarh show to be announced later.