Rapper Badshah Commits to Women Empowerment Track, Pledges Girls’ Education

Rapper Badshah appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on Tuesday after being summoned over his song Tateeree, which sparked public outrage over allegedly obscene and vulgar content. The singer submitted a written apology to the Commission, his counsel Akshay Dahiya confirmed.

During the hearing, Badshah informed the panel that he would produce a song promoting women’s empowerment within the next four months. He also pledged to sponsor the education of 50 girls and to raise funds for initiatives supporting women, according to sources familiar with the proceedings.

The NCW had taken cognisance of the song due to its sexually suggestive lyrics and visuals, raising concerns about the portrayal of women. The Commission’s intervention underscores its mandate to address content that may perpetuate objectification or harm towards women.

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The controversy has drawn attention to relevant legal frameworks, including the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986, and Section 67 of the Information Technology Act, 2000. Additionally, Sections 292 and 294 of the Indian Penal Code, which deal with obscene material and acts, may also be examined in relation to the song.

Tateeree, released in March, had faced backlash soon after its release. FIRs were filed in Haryana, and the song was subsequently removed from online platforms. Badshah had also issued a public apology prior to appearing before the NCW, acknowledging the concerns raised by the public and authorities.

The Commission is expected to review Badshah’s commitments in the coming months. The key question remains whether the rapper will follow through on his promise to produce a women-empowerment track and support girls’ education, setting a precedent for accountability in content creation.

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