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Manipur Guitarist Beaten to Death in Delhi
8 Sep
Summary
- Gifted guitarist tragically died after being attacked outside his home.
- He was allegedly beaten by eight intoxicated individuals.
- The musician was known for his work with various bands and artists.
Chongtham Vikram Singh, a celebrated guitarist who had built a life around his musical passion in Delhi for two decades, tragically died on Monday morning. He was allegedly attacked by eight intoxicated individuals on Sunday night outside his residence. According to his family, Singh, 55, intervened when the group was causing a disturbance.
His son found him severely injured and alerted medical services. Rushed to Holy Family Hospital, Singh's condition was deemed too critical for intervention and he passed away during treatment around 6:30 AM on Monday. Singh was a respected music educator, running his own school and teaching at the Delhi School of Music.
He had a notable career, collaborating with artists like Rajasthani folk singer Mame Khan. His passing has deeply affected his family, including his wife, son, and his renowned singer mother. Manipuri associations and student groups have organized protests demanding justice for the accomplished musician.
