Daijiworld Media Network – New Delhi
New Delhi, Mar 19: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has summoned rapper-singer Badshah over alleged obscenity in his song Tateeree, taking suo motu cognisance of media reports raising concerns about its lyrics and visuals.
In a statement, the Commission said the content of the track prima facie appears “objectionable” and may violate provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Information Technology Act, and the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.
The NCW has directed Badshah—whose real name is Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia—to appear before the panel on March 25, 2026, at 12:30 pm. The Commission has also summoned the song’s director Mahi Sandhu, co-director Joban Sandhu, and producer Hiten, asking them to present relevant documents.
The summons has been issued under powers granted by the NCW Act, 1990, with the Commission warning that failure to comply could lead to legal action.
The development follows the removal of the song from YouTube after an FIR was registered alleging that the track contains objectionable content and insults the dignity of women.
Tateeree, a Haryanvi hip-hop track released on March 1, featured Badshah alongside Simran Jaglan. The song, written by Badshah and produced by Hiten, had drawn criticism for its portrayal of women.
The case comes amid increasing scrutiny of music and digital content accused of promoting vulgarity or inappropriate representation of women, with authorities taking a stricter stance on such issues.