Kangana Ranaut slapped by female CISF constable in Chandigarh
Incident Overview
A CISF constable, Kulwinder Kaur, allegedly slapped newly elected MP and Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport. The incident occurred as Kangana was about to board a flight to Delhi. This confrontation has sparked significant media attention and raised questions about rising tensions related to the farmer protests in Punjab.
Details of the Incident
The altercation allegedly occurred during the security check-in at the airport, reportedly sparking from a disagreement. Mobile footage shows security officers escorting Kangana towards the security check-in area, where she confronted CISF officers.
Cause of the Confrontation
According to sources, CISF constable Kulwinder Kaur, now suspended, allegedly slapped Kangana in response to her disrespectful remarks about farmers. Kangana sparked public outrage with her 2020 comment suggesting that elderly protesting women were available for ₹100.
Statements from Both Sides
In a video statement posted on social media, Kangana Ranaut confirmed the incident, expressing concerns about rising terrorism and extremism in Punjab. She stated:
“I am safe and perfectly fine. The incident that occurred at the Chandigarh airport happened during the security check. As I was crossing, the woman guard waited for me, then hit me and started throwing expletives. Moreover, she said she supports farmers. Additionally, my concern is the rising terrorism in Punjab. Furthermore, how do we handle that?”
Senior CISF officers have set up an inquiry committee to conduct a further investigation. They have suspended Kulwinder Kaur and lodged a formal complaint with the local police to register an FIR.
Political Reactions and Legal Actions
The CISF Commandant has taken note of the incident, and a probe has been initiated.
Senior CISF officers have set up an inquiry committee to conduct a further investigation. They have suspended Kulwinder Kaur and lodged a formal complaint with the local police to register an FIR.
The incident has stirred a political row, with various leaders calling for stringent action. Kangana’s election rival, Congress leader Vikramaditya Singh, condemned the incident, calling it “unfortunate.” He emphasized that such acts should not happen, especially with women, and added that he doesn’t have the entire information about the incident.
Historical Context
During the height of the farmers’ protests in 2020, Kangana Ranaut’s comments and social media posts often sparked controversy. Furthermore, she had labeled the protesting farmers as “terrorists,” a statement that drew widespread criticism. Moreover, the protests, which lasted for 15 months, were against the farm laws introduced by the central government, laws that it later repealed.
Conclusion
The incident at Chandigarh Airport underscores the ongoing tensions related to the farmers’ protests and the broader political and social unrest in Punjab. As investigations proceed, the focus remains on maintaining security and addressing the root causes of such conflicts.
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