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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju’s video call to viral Arunachal girl Tinkle goes viral
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 07:41 AM
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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju made a video call to the internet‑famous Arunachal girl known as Tinkle, whose surprised reply “Aap kaun hain?” quickly spread across social media.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju appeared on a video call with a teenage girl from Arunachal Pradesh who has become an internet sensation under the nickname “Tinkle.” The brief interaction, captured on screen, showed the girl looking puzzled and asking, “Aap kaun hain?” after the minister introduced himself.
The clip was uploaded to several social media platforms and rapidly amassed thousands of views, comments and shares, with users across the country reacting to the unexpected exchange. Many netizens expressed amusement, while others highlighted the minister’s attempt to connect with youth from remote regions.
Officials from the minister’s office confirmed that the call was part of a routine outreach effort, though no further details about the purpose of the conversation were disclosed. The video continues to circulate, underscoring the power of digital media in shaping public perception of political figures.
The incident has also sparked discussions about the representation of Arunachal Pradesh’s youth in national discourse, with some commentators calling for more sustained engagement beyond a single viral moment.
The clip was uploaded to several social media platforms and rapidly amassed thousands of views, comments and shares, with users across the country reacting to the unexpected exchange. Many netizens expressed amusement, while others highlighted the minister’s attempt to connect with youth from remote regions.
Officials from the minister’s office confirmed that the call was part of a routine outreach effort, though no further details about the purpose of the conversation were disclosed. The video continues to circulate, underscoring the power of digital media in shaping public perception of political figures.
The incident has also sparked discussions about the representation of Arunachal Pradesh’s youth in national discourse, with some commentators calling for more sustained engagement beyond a single viral moment.