Screening Hurdles for Ghatak's Political Films Spark Public Show

The screening of Ritwik Ghatak's films at a school in Kolkata was canceled due to political content concerns. Initiated by Naktala Setu for Ghatak's centenary, the event faced objections, leading to a roadside screening. The NGO hosting the event has a history of social justice protests.

Plans to screen Ritwik Ghatak's politically themed films at a Kolkata school faced challenges after local ruling party supporters objected, citing the films as unsuitable for an educational setting. The event, organized by Naktala Setu to mark Ghatak's birth centenary, was initially supported by school officials.

However, just days before the event, permission was revoked, allegedly due to pressure from higher authorities and some guardians' concerns about the strong political content of 'Amar Lenin.' The initial enthusiasm of the headmaster contrasted sharply with the eventual cancellation.

Undeterred, the NGO arranged the screenings outdoors in the nearby Bidhan Pally area, attracting hundreds of attendees. The incident adds to the history of challenges faced by politically charged films in Bengal, echoing previous controversies surrounding works like Anik Dutta's 'Bhabisyoter Bhoot.'