Arijit Singh's New Song Addresses kolkata R*pe-Murder Case and Calls for Unity

On Tuesday, august 27, a student-led protest erupted in response to the brutal rape and murder of a young doctor from Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. The demonstration, known as the Nabanna march, caused significant disruption and led to clashes with police, who used lathi charges and tear gas. In light of these events, singer arijit singh has released a new song focused on the RG Kar incident.

Following the revelation of the harrowing details of the case, many celebrities have expressed concern over women's safety. arijit singh has joined this chorus of voices with a song that has rapidly gained attention online and stirred conversations on social media. Sources indicate that Singh composed the track at his studio in Jiaganj, Murshidabad. In a live stream, the singer voiced his worries, stating, “Merely protesting in the streets isn’t sufficient. Everyone is participating, but it shouldn’t lead to chaos. If the situation becomes counterproductive, it won’t help anyone. We must think and act wisely.” He further emphasized the personal connection to the issue, saying, “This is happening in my state, my country, my home,” and urged for clarity and unity in the face of adversity.

The video, shared by fan pages, features Singh’s reflection on his feelings of helplessness and his plea for collective action without losing sight of the protest's purpose. Despite his powerful message, some critics have expressed disappointment that Singh did not join the street protests himself, with comments suggesting that his presence could have galvanized more support. Others accused the video of being edited and not a genuine live session, leading to mixed reactions from the public.





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