Comedian Kamra's 'Traitor' Jibe Stirs Controversy in Maharashtra

Comedian Kunal Kamra faces legal action in Maharashtra after labeling Deputy CM Eknath Shinde a 'traitor' in his latest show. Despite being summoned, Kamra has not appeared before the police. He has received anticipatory bail and cites death threats as reasons for his absence.

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra is embroiled in controversy after labeling Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde a 'traitor'. The comment was made during his popular stand-up show 'Naya Bharat' which premiered on YouTube last month.

Amidst legal headaches, Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel lodged a complaint, sparking a police probe. Despite repeated summons by the Mumbai police, Kamra has avoided returning to the state, citing death threats and receiving anticipatory bail from the Madras High Court.

With a new hearing set for April 16, Kamra has requested to be questioned via video conference, further intensifying the standoff with authorities and igniting debates on freedom of expression.