Punjab Film Controversy Over "Satluj" Ban

6 UPDATES · 5 DAYS · 10 JUL 2026 — 14 JUL 2026

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Latest · 14 Jul 2026

The controversy surrounding the film "Satluj" has prompted political parties in Punjab to adopt guarded stances on human rights violations, reflecting electoral pressures.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the controversy surrounding the film "Satluj," including the government's ban, reactions from political parties, and subsequent screenings in villages, as well as the removal of the film from streaming platforms and the investigation into its censorship. It excludes other actions by the government, political parties, or the film industry unless they are direct developments or reactions to the specific controversy over the film "Satluj.

The full story, from the beginning

10Jul

STORY BEGINS — NDTV

Government's ban on film Satluj backfires, increasing online circulation

11Jul

NDTV

A government committee upheld the ban on the film "Satluj," citing concerns for India's sovereignty and integrity.

12Jul

Indian Express

Political parties in Punjab are organizing screenings of the banned film Satluj in villages despite a security ban, drawing crowds who recall the dark days of Punjab's militancy era.

14Jul

The Hindu

ZEE5 removed the film Satluj from its India catalogue after its premiere, prompting a government investigation into its removal.

Al Jazeera

India's censor board banned the film "Satluj" due to national security concerns, despite its initial theatrical release and subsequent online availability.

LATEST UPDATE — NDTV

The controversy surrounding the film "Satluj" has prompted political parties in Punjab to adopt guarded stances on human rights violations, reflecting electoral pressures.

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