26/08/2026
YouTuber and political commentator Ajeet Bharti has become the centre of a major social media debate after Delhi Police registered an FIR against him over alleged objectionable remarks about Nagina MP Chandra Shekhar Aazad and Dr B.R. Ambedkar.
The complaint was filed by Balakram Bauddh of the Azad Samaj Party.
What Is The FIR About?
According to reports, the complaint alleges that Bharti made caste-based, abusive and insulting remarks through his digital platform. It also alleges that some of the comments were sexually degrading.
The FIR was registered at North Avenue Police Station in Delhi under provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. It is important to note that these are allegations, and the case is still under investigation.
Reservation Protest Adds To The Controversy
The FIR came soon after Bharti took part in the Reservation Reform Andolan at Jantar Mantar.
The protesters demanded changes in India’s reservation system, including more focus on economic conditions and a review of existing reservation policies. Police detained several protesters during the demonstration.
Ajeet Bharti Hits Back
Bharti has strongly opposed the FIR and questioned the case against him.
According to India Today, he called the FIR “pressure-driven” and claimed that it would not stand in court. His supporters have also raised questions about whether the law is being applied equally to everyone.
Tehseen Poonawalla Supports Bharti
Political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla has also spoken in support of Bharti.
Poonawalla said that people can disagree with Bharti on many issues, but they should still stand with him when they feel his freedom of expression is under pressure. He also questioned what he believes are double standards in how different protesters are treated and criticised the FIR.
Who Is Tehseen Poonawalla?
Tehseen Poonawalla is a political analyst, entrepreneur, columnist and civil-rights activist who regularly speaks on national political issues.
He was also a wildcard contestant on Bigg Boss 13. Poonawalla has publicly supported Congress views at different times, while also criticising the party on several issues.
A Bigger Debate
The Ajeet Bharti FIR has now started a wider discussion on free speech, caste-related laws, reservation policies and whether laws are being applied equally.
The case is still developing, and the allegations against Bharti have not been established in court.