Government Investigated for "Satluj" Film Complaint

7 UPDATES · 5 DAYS · 5 JUL 2026 — 9 JUL 2026

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Latest · 9 Jul 2026

Former Union Law Minister Ashwani Kumar expressed concern over the removal of the film "Satluj" due to security concerns, fearing it could inflame tensions in Punjab.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the removal of Diljit Dosanjh's film "Satluj" from ZEE5 and includes reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific occurrence. It excludes other actions by the Shiromani Akali Dal, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, and Aam Aadmi Party unless they are directly related to the removal of the film from ZEE5.

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5Jul

STORY BEGINS — NDTV

Diljit Dosanjh Film Pulled From Zee5, Sparks Punjab Censorship Row

6Jul

NDTV

Lawyer Vineet Jindal filed a complaint with the Ministry of Home Affairs, urging the government to investigate the film "Satluj" for potential terrorism and separatism glorification.

Indian Express

ZEE5 removed Diljit Dosanjh's film "Satluj" after receiving a notice from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting citing security concerns and IT Rule compliance.

8Jul

Indian Express

The Shiromani Akali Dal plans to screen the controversial film "Satluj" across Punjab to educate future generations about Sikh history.

NDTV

Sukhbir Badal announced plans to screen the film "Satluj" across Punjab to educate about Sikh atrocities during the Congress rule.

9Jul

The Hindu

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) announced plans to screen the film "Satluj" across Punjab, despite accusations of siding with those responsible for injustices against Punjab.

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Former Union Law Minister Ashwani Kumar expressed concern over the removal of the film "Satluj" due to security concerns, fearing it could inflame tensions in Punjab.

Story concluded