Government's ban on film Satluj backfires, increasing online circulation
The government banned a film about a confirmed police killing, raising concerns about suppression of justice.
Senior journalist Satinder Bains said the government's decision to ban the film Satluj, which depicts Jaswant Singh Khalra’s 1995 abduction and killing by police, was a mistake that increased public interest. Released two days prior, the film continues to circulate online widely. Bains confirmed its accuracy based on his 1996 investigation and SPO Kuldeep Singh's testimony, rejecting claims it promotes separatism. The renewed debate is being politically leveraged ahead of Punjab Assembly elections.
14 JUL 2026
— 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.
— 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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