Mumbai Police ask actor Imran Khan to leave India by October 28
Mumbai Police have ordered actor Imran Khan to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating visa conditions by participating in a political protest. The actor was previously detained during a demonstration against the Chief Election Commissioner.
Why it matters
This case highlights the legal restrictions placed on foreign nationals regarding political participation in India.
The Mumbai Police have issued a notice to Bollywood actor Imran Khan, directing him to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating provisions of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, officials said on Thursday (October 15, 2026).
The actor had participated in anti-CEC protest in Mumbai’s August Kranti Maidan on October 10, where protesters demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Police had briefly detained Mr. Khan during the demonstration.
“His acts are in violation of visa conditions and the provisions of the Immigration and Foreigners Act. Suo motu action has been initiated in the matter,” a senior police officer confirmed to The Hindu .
Former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya, who had sought action against Imran Khan after he participated in the protest, welcomed the police notice against him.
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