‘An assault on collective memory’: Sukhbir Badal slams removal of ‘Satluj’ from OTT platform

Sukhbir Singh Badal has criticized the removal of the film 'Satluj' from the ZEE5 streaming platform, labeling the move an assault on collective memory and freedom of expression. The film, which depicts the life of activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, faced significant censorship hurdles before its brief release.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding censorship, historical narratives, and the role of streaming platforms in India's political discourse.
SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal on Monday (July 6, 2026) condemned the removal of Diljit Dosanjh's long-delayed film "Satluj" from an OTT platform, saying Punjab deserves to confront its past with honesty, not suppression.
The framing focuses on the 'assault on freedom of expression' and highlights the political opposition's critique of censorship.
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