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Who is Santy Sharma? Rapper claims death threats over remarks on reservation reform

Rapper Santy Sharma said he received death threats after speaking about reservation reform and student issues.

Published on: Aug 11, 2026, 16:55:40 IST
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Rapper and singer Santy Sharma has claimed that he has been receiving death threats over his remarks on reservation reform and student-related issues. The musician shared the allegation on Instagram, saying that the threats began after he publicly raised questions about the existing reservation system.

Rapper Santy Sharma claimed he received death threats over his remarks on reservation reform. (Instagram/santy_sharma_official)
Rapper Santy Sharma claimed he received death threats over his remarks on reservation reform. (Instagram/santy_sharma_official)

(Also read: 'I support students': Santy Sharma launches 'Reservation Hatao – August Kranti' amid CJP row)

Sharma maintained that his comments were not directed against any particular student or community, but were instead aimed at encouraging what he described as a fair discussion around reservation reform.

Santy Sharma claims he received death threats

Taking to his Instagram Story, Sharma wrote: "I'm receiving death threats just because I'm speaking about reservation reform and asking questions that people don't want to hear. I'm not against any student or any community. I'm only asking for a fair and honest discussion on the reservation system, And I will continue to speak about the truth behind the Cockroach Janata Party and its founders. Threats won't silence me. If speaking the truth comes with a price, I'm ready to pay it. Stay strong and keep asking questions."

Santy Sharma is the stage name of Ganesh Sharma, a rapper, singer and lyricist from Ratlam in Madhya Pradesh.

According to a News18 report, Sharma began his musical journey in the mid-2010s and gradually built an audience as an independent artiste by releasing his music online. Over the years, he has worked across rap and contemporary music while maintaining a strong presence in the independent music circuit.

Sharma released his studio album Reborn in 2025, marking another milestone in his music career. While much of his work has been associated with the independent scene, he has also been involved in Bollywood projects.

The rapper contributed to the 2025 comedy film Housefull 5, expanding his work beyond independent releases.

‘Reservation Hatao – August Kranti’ campaign

Earlier this month, Sharma launched a public-awareness campaign titled "Reservation Hatao – August Kranti".

The campaign focuses on his demand for a wider public conversation around reservation policies and proposed reforms.

 
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Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. He primarily covers offbeat, trending and human-interest stories, with a focus on emerging social media trends, online conversations and real-world incidents that capture public attention. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal works on identifying and developing fast-moving digital stories, adding context and journalistic perspective to viral moments while maintaining accuracy, clarity and readability for online audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling. He holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. Beyond journalism, he has a keen interest in history and sports and enjoys expanding his general knowledge.

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