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Police looking into 'shameful' racist online comments about Nepal-Tibet disaster, Air India: SM Shanmugam
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· September 5, 2026
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Key points He describes these comments as "shameful". Senior Minister K Shanmugam has spoken out about racist online comments related to the Nepal-Tibet disaster and Air India.
Senior Minister K Shanmugam has spoken out about racist online comments related to the Nepal-Tibet disaster and Air India. He describes these comments as "shameful".
The police are looking into the matter. Shanmugam believes those responsible should be held accountable, rather than being allowed to remain anonymous online.
Further details about the comments and the investigation are available from the source. Shanmugam's statement emphasizes the need to address such behavior.
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Published: September 5, 2026 ·
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