PIL in Punjab and Haryana HC seeks restoration of Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Satluj

A public interest litigation has been filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court challenging the removal of the film 'Satluj' from an OTT platform. The petitioner argues that the film's removal violates freedom of expression and the public's right to information.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing tensions between digital content regulation, artistic freedom, and historical sensitivity in India.
A public interest litigation (PIL) was filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday (July 9, 2026), seeking restoration of Diljit Dosanjh-starrer film Satluj that was removed just days after its digital release on an OTT platform.
The framing emphasizes the 'freedom of expression' and 'right to information' arguments, which are typically associated with civil liberties advocacy.
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