‘iPhone Langar’ Stopped in Chandigarh: Raja D King’s iPhone 17 Giveaway Faces Safety Hurdle
An unusual giveaway announced by Amritsar-based businessman and social media personality Rakesh Trehan, popularly known as “Raja D King,” has taken a new turn.
Trehan had announced plans to organise an “iPhone Langar” in Chandigarh and distribute iPhone 17 devices as “prasad”, with the proposed event scheduled for September 22.
However, the plan has now been stopped by the Chandigarh administration, which has directed police not to allow the proposed gathering because of concerns that a large crowd could become difficult to control and potentially create a stampede-like situation. Chandigarh Police also said that no formal permission had been sought for the event.
The development comes just days after the proposed giveaway attracted considerable attention on social media.
What Was the iPhone Langar Plan?
Rakesh Trehan had announced that iPhones would be distributed in Chandigarh and Mohali beginning September 22.
In statements reported by ANI and PTI, Trehan said the phones would be given as “prasad” to selected recipients.
He had initially described the distribution as a public event, saying the process would be conducted openly and livestreamed.
Trehan said there would be no bias, favourites or special treatment in selecting recipients.
According to his announcement, names of selected people would be drawn publicly and the recipients would receive the phones.
The proposal quickly attracted attention because free distribution of expensive smartphones is unusual, particularly when described as an “iPhone Langar.”
Why Was the Event Stopped?
The proposed event has now run into an official roadblock.
Chandigarh Deputy Commissioner Nishant Yadav directed the police to stop the proposed gathering.
Yadav told The Indian Express that authorities were concerned that a large gathering could become difficult to control and potentially result in a stampede-like situation.
Chandigarh SSP Kanwardeep Kaur said the organiser had not applied for permission for the proposed event.
She said that holding such a gathering without the required approval would violate restrictions imposed under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
What This Means
The proposed September 22 Chandigarh event cannot proceed as originally announced unless the applicable authorities permit it.
The administration’s concern is primarily about public safety and crowd management, rather than the iPhone giveaway itself.
What About Mohali?
The announcement had also referred to people from Chandigarh and Mohali.
However, the Mohali administration said it had not received information about an authorised iPhone Langar event.
Mohali SSP Varun Sharma said that without permission from the Deputy Commissioner’s office, such a programme would not be allowed in the district.
Therefore, people should not assume that the proposed giveaway can simply shift from Chandigarh to Mohali without the required approvals.
Who Is Raja D King?
Rakesh Trehan, popularly known online as Raja D King, is an Amritsar-based businessman and social media personality who has attracted attention through announcements involving public giveaways and community-oriented events.
Trehan has described himself as a crypto trader and has said that he uses inherited wealth for investments.
His latest announcement brought him back into the spotlight because of the plan to distribute iPhones as “prasad.”
From Petrol Langar to iPhone Langar
The iPhone announcement follows another high-profile initiative associated with Trehan: the “Petrol Langar” in Chandigarh.
Under that plan, Trehan had announced free petrol coupons for vehicle owners.
Reports said two- and three-wheeler owners were promised coupons worth ₹500, while four-wheeler owners were to receive coupons worth ₹1,000.
The petrol initiative, however, faced crowd-management problems.
A large number of people gathered at a petrol pump in Chandigarh amid heavy rain. The situation became difficult to manage, and police intervened. The petrol pump was temporarily shut and the distribution was postponed.
That previous experience has now become part of the discussion surrounding the proposed iPhone Langar.
Chandigarh officials specifically referred to the earlier petrol event while explaining their concerns about another potentially large gathering.
How Many iPhones Were Supposed to Be Given Away?
There have been different figures in reports about the scale of the planned giveaway.
Earlier reports said Trehan had discussed distributing 100 iPhones in Chandigarh and 200 in Mohali, while later reports described a smaller initial live distribution involving 10 phones and a larger pool of potential participants.
Trehan also reportedly claimed that more devices could be distributed in subsequent stages.
Because the plan changed over time, the exact number of phones that would ultimately have been distributed at the September 22 event was not consistently reported.
More importantly, the Chandigarh event has now been stopped by authorities, so the originally announced distribution plan cannot be treated as a confirmed event.
What Was the “Jai Mata Di” Condition?
As the giveaway plan developed, reports also mentioned a particular participation condition involving the phrase “Jai Mata Di.”
Some reports said participants would need to post or say the phrase as part of the process.
The selection was described as being carried out through a draw among eligible participants, with Trehan saying the names would be selected publicly.
However, these arrangements are now secondary to the administration’s decision to stop the proposed physical gathering.
Why the Announcement Went Viral
The idea of an “iPhone Langar” naturally attracted attention because it combined two very different concepts: the traditional idea of a langar or free community offering and the distribution of a high-value consumer electronic product.
The announcement spread rapidly across social media, with people discussing:
Who would receive the iPhones?
How would the selection take place?
How many phones would be distributed?
Would the event actually happen?
Could thousands of people gather?
The previous petrol giveaway also increased public interest in Trehan’s latest announcement.
Authorities Cite Public Safety
The main issue raised by Chandigarh officials is the possibility of an uncontrolled gathering.
Large public giveaways can attract significantly more people than the number of items available, particularly when the giveaway involves expensive products.
Chandigarh authorities said the proposed iPhone event could result in a large gathering and create a risk to public safety.
The administration therefore directed police to prevent the proposed Chandigarh event.
What Is Section 163 of the BNSS?
Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) allows an Executive Magistrate to issue orders in urgent situations involving potential danger, nuisance or disturbance to public safety.
Such provisions can be used to regulate gatherings when authorities believe there is a risk to people or public order.
The Chandigarh SSP said organising the proposed event without the necessary approval would amount to a violation of the applicable restrictions.
This does not mean that every giveaway is prohibited. Rather, the issue in this case is the proposed public gathering and the permissions and safety arrangements required for it.
What Happens to the September 22 Plan Now?
As of September 20, 2026, Chandigarh authorities have directed police to stop the proposed iPhone Langar.
Therefore, people should not travel to a Chandigarh venue expecting the previously announced distribution to take place unless there is a fresh official update from the organiser and the authorities.
The Mohali administration has similarly indicated that any such programme would require the necessary permission.
ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಮಾಹಿತಿ
ಚಂಡೀಗಢದಲ್ಲಿ ‘iPhone Langar’ಗೆ ಬ್ರೇಕ್! 📱
ಅಮೃತಸರ ಮೂಲದ ರಾಕೇಶ್ ತ್ರೇಹಾನ್, “ರಾಜಾ ಡಿ ಕಿಂಗ್” ಎಂದು ಜನಪ್ರಿಯರಾಗಿರುವವರು, ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 22ರಂದು ಚಂಡೀಗಢದಲ್ಲಿ iPhone 17 ಅನ್ನು “ಪ್ರಸಾದ”ದಂತೆ ಉಚಿತವಾಗಿ ನೀಡುವ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಘೋಷಿಸಿದ್ದರು.
ಆದರೆ ಇದೀಗ ಚಂಡೀಗಢ ಆಡಳಿತವು ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ತಡೆಯಲು ಪೊಲೀಸರಿಗೆ ಸೂಚಿಸಿದೆ.
🔹 ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ದಿನಾಂಕ: ಸೆಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 22, 2026
🔹 ಘೋಷಿಸಿದವರು: ರಾಕೇಶ್ ತ್ರೇಹಾನ್ / ರಾಜಾ ಡಿ ಕಿಂಗ್
🔹 ಉಚಿತವಾಗಿ ನೀಡಲು ಉದ್ದೇಶಿಸಿದ್ದ ಫೋನ್: iPhone 17
🔹 ಫಲಾನುಭವಿಗಳ ಆಯ್ಕೆ: ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಡ್ರಾ ಎಂದು ಆಯೋಜಕರು ಹೇಳಿದ್ದರು
🔹 ಚಂಡೀಗಢ ಆಡಳಿತ: ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಕ್ಕೆ ಅನುಮತಿ ಇಲ್ಲದೆ ಸಭೆ ನಡೆಸಬಾರದು ಎಂದು ಸೂಚನೆ
🔹 ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಕಾರಣ: ದೊಡ್ಡ ಜನಸಂದಣಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಸುರಕ್ಷತೆ ಕುರಿತು ಆತಂಕ
🔹 ಹಿಂದಿನ “Petrol Langar” ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲೂ ಭಾರಿ ಜನಸಂದಣಿ ಉಂಟಾಗಿತ್ತು
🔹 ಮೊಹಾಲಿ ಆಡಳಿತವೂ ಅಗತ್ಯ ಅನುಮತಿ ಇಲ್ಲದೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ನಡೆಸಲು ಅವಕಾಶವಿಲ್ಲ ಎಂದು ತಿಳಿಸಿದೆ.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the iPhone Langar?
The “iPhone Langar” is a proposed giveaway announced by Rakesh Trehan, popularly known as Raja D King, involving free iPhone devices described by him as “prasad.”
When was the iPhone Langar planned?
The proposed event was scheduled for September 22, 2026.
Where was the event planned?
The announcement referred to Chandigarh and Mohali, although the Chandigarh administration has now directed police to stop the proposed Chandigarh gathering.
Why was the Chandigarh iPhone Langar stopped?
Chandigarh authorities cited concerns about a potentially large and difficult-to-control crowd and the resulting risk to public safety. Police also said no formal permission had been sought.
Who is Raja D King?
Raja D King is the social-media name used by Rakesh Trehan, an Amritsar-based businessman who has promoted several public giveaway initiatives.
Was the Petrol Langar also organised by him?
Yes. Trehan previously announced a Petrol Langar in Chandigarh involving free fuel coupons. The event drew a large crowd and was disrupted amid heavy rain and crowd-management problems.
Will the iPhone giveaway definitely happen on September 22?
The Chandigarh event cannot be treated as confirmed in its original form because the administration has directed police to stop it. Any future event would depend on applicable permissions and official developments.
Final Takeaway
The proposed “iPhone Langar” quickly became one of the more unusual giveaway announcements to attract attention online.
Rakesh Trehan had said he planned to distribute iPhone 17 devices as “prasad” to selected people from Chandigarh and Mohali, with the selection taking place publicly.
But the plan has now encountered a major hurdle.
Chandigarh authorities have directed police to stop the proposed September 22 gathering, citing concerns about crowd control and public safety. Police have also said that the organiser had not sought the required permission.
The development means people should rely on fresh official information rather than social-media announcements before travelling to any proposed giveaway location.
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Disclaimer
This article is based on reports available as of September 20, 2026. Details of the proposed giveaway are based on statements attributed to Rakesh Trehan and media reports. The Chandigarh administration’s decision to stop the proposed event is reported separately and should be distinguished from the organiser’s original claims. Readers should verify any future event information with the relevant authorities before attending.