- Kangana posted a video message saying that she was hit in the face and abused by the CISF constable during a security check at the Chandigarh airport.
- As investigations unfold, both the CISF and Mohali police have launched inquiries into the matter, seeking to unravel the truth behind the altercation.
- Meanwhile, the CISF has initiated a court of inquiry to delve deeper into the incident, aiming to ascertain the facts surrounding the confrontation.
- Farmer organizations in Mohali rallied together in a display of solidarity and support for the embattled constable.
Amidst the swirling controversy surrounding the alleged altercation between Bollywood actor, recently elected MP Kangana Ranaut and CISF constable Kulwinder Kaur, farmer organizations in Mohali rallied together in a display of solidarity and support for the embattled constable. Led by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-political) and joined by the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha along with other farmer outfits, the “Insaaf March” echoed demands for a fair and thorough investigation into the incident, highlighting the imperative of justice for Kaur.
Marching from Gurdwara Amb Sahib to the Mohali SP office, the protestors navigated the streets under the watchful gaze of security personnel, adamant in their call for transparency and accountability in the handling of the case. Speaking to the media, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher reiterated the need for an impartial probe, emphasizing the significance of discerning the sequence of events leading to the alleged altercation. Pandher’s impassioned plea resonated with the gathered crowd, underscoring the unwavering support for Constable Kaur and the assertion of her rights in the face of adversity.
In addition to demanding justice for Kaur, the protestors also took aim at Kangana Ranaut, condemning what they perceived as her provocative statements targeting the people of Punjab. Ranaut’s alleged remarks have exacerbated tensions and stoked indignation among the farming community, further amplifying the contentious nature of the incident.
As investigations unfold, both the CISF and Mohali police have launched inquiries into the matter, seeking to unravel the truth behind the altercation. Kaur, in her defense, cited Ranaut’s controversial stance on the farmers’ protests as the catalyst for her actions, asserting her own convictions in the face of perceived injustice.
In response to Ranaut’s allegations of assault and verbal abuse during a security check at Chandigarh airport, Mohali police have registered a case against Kaur under sections 323 (voluntarily causing hurt) and 341 (wrongful restraint) of the Indian Penal Code. Meanwhile, the CISF has initiated a court of inquiry to delve deeper into the incident, aiming to ascertain the facts surrounding the confrontation.
The episode, which has garnered widespread attention and ignited debates on freedom of expression and the rights of security personnel, underscores the intricate interplay between socio-political tensions and individual rights. As the discourse surrounding the incident continues to unfold, it serves as a stark reminder of the complexities inherent in navigating the intersecting fault lines of public discourse and dissent.
(With inputs from agencies)
