India, April 7 -- Rapper-singer Badshah on Tuesday apologised to the National Commission for Women (NCW) over the controversial video of his song 'Tateeree' that portrayed schoolgirls. In settling the matter before the commission, he also pledged to two specific tasks: sponsoring the education of 50 girls from economically weaker sections, and a song on women's empowerment within four months.

Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia, popularly known as Badshah, appeared before the commission in connection with a suo motu case taken up last month following the release of the song 'Tateeree'.

Also present at the hearing were directors Joban Sandhu and Mahavir Singh, and producer Hiten.

All those present submitted unconditional written apologies befo...