Dipke questions Imran Khan's 'Leave India' notice, cites Millben's support for BJP
Bollywood actor Imran Khan has been issued a 'Leave India' notice by Mumbai Police following his participation in a political protest. Activist Abhijit Dipke has criticized the move, questioning why a foreign national is being penalized for political dissent while others are permitted to support the ruling party.
Why it matters
The case raises questions about the rights of Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) and the limits of political expression for non-citizens in India.
NEW DELHI: CJP founder Abhijit Dipke on Thursday questioned the restrictions imposed on Bollywood actor Imran Khan after Mumbai Police issued him a ‘Leave India’ notice over his participation in protests demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.Drawing a comparison with American singer Mary Millben, who has publicly expressed support for the BJP, Dipke questioned why Khan is facing immigration action.In a post on X, Dipke said, "Mary Millben, an American, can speak in favour of the BJP. But Imran, an OCI cardholder, can’t say anything against the BJP."The actor, 43, who is the nephew of Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, holds an American passport and an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, according to ANI.
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