Haryana Police have removed 857 online links, including 154 YouTube videos and 703 Instagram reels, of rapper Badshah’s controversial song ‘Tateeree’ following an FIR alleging objectionable lyrics and visuals targeting women and minors. Authorities warned of strict legal action against further uploads, while Badshah joined the investigation and issued an apology.

Chandigarh: Haryana Police on Monday said that 857 links related to rapper-musician Badshah's controversial song 'Tateeree' have been removed so far in coordination with various social media platforms, following due legal process.

An FIR had been registered in Panchkula on March 6, alleging the use of objectionable lyrics and visuals by Badshah in his recent music video, ‘Tateeree’.

Haryana Police said it has intensified its crackdown against the “objectionable song”, taking firm action across digital platforms.

As many as 857 links related to the song have been removed so far, including 154 YouTube videos and 703 Instagram reels, in coordination with different social media platforms, the police said in a statement.