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Sanjay Raut Criticizes Order Asking Actor Imran Khan to Leave India
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What Happened?
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut condemned the directive for actor Imran Khan to leave India, likening it to a crime against free speech. He drew parallels with Mahatma Gandhi's return from South Africa.
Key points
- Sanjay Raut criticized the directive for Imran Khan, stating it feels like protesting has become a crime.
- Raut emphasized that Imran Khan, despite being born in America, is Indian by blood and voice.
- He compared the situation to Mahatma Gandhi's return from South Africa, questioning why dissenters are told to leave.
- Imran Khan plans to challenge the 'leave India' order in the Bombay High Court.
- The directive follows Khan's detention during a protest in Mumbai on October 10.
Key insights
- The directive against Khan could set a precedent for limiting dissent in India.
- Raut's comments reflect a growing concern among politicians about freedom of expression.
- Khan's legal challenge may highlight the rights of Overseas Citizens of India in political matters.
Why it matters
This situation raises concerns about freedom of speech and the treatment of dissenters in India.
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Source
Times of India
