Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:37am on 01 Jun 2025,Sunday Politics
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut criticized the West Bengal government on Sunday over the arrest of influencer Sharmishta Panoli, calling it harassment and urging CM Mamata Banerjee not to turn Bengal into “North Korea.” Panoli was arrested by Kolkata Police from Gurugram for allegedly hurting religious sentiments through a now-deleted video. Ranaut argued that Panoli had apologized and shouldn't be "tortured" or have her career ruined. Politicians including Andhra deputy CM Pawan Kalyan and BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari also voiced support. Panoli has been sent to judicial custody until June 13, sparking national debate over free speech and selective justice. (PC: X, IANS)
