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Feb 21 5 tweets 2 min read
Just In: PIL moved before #AllahabadHighCourt seeking stay on streaming of the short film 'Why I killed Gandhi'.

It's been alleged that it may disturb the peace and social harmony in Uttar Pradesh amid ongoing Assembly elections.
The petitioners have alleged that the movie which has been released on the OTT platform 'Limelight' has highly objectionable dialogues.
It's been also said that the content of the movie tarnishes #Gandhiji's image.
It is significant to note that against the release of this movie, a writ petition was filed before the Supreme Court which the top court refused to entertain. However, liberty was granted to the petitioners to approach the concerned high court.
"The image of father of nation, will be ruined by such type of movie, the movie also glorifies Nathu Ram Godse and justifies the heinous crime which occurred on 30th (January) 1948," the plea reads.
Highlighting that State Assembly elections are ongoing, the petitioners have contended that "by the display of (a) heinous crime which occurred on January 30th, 1948 may disturb the social harmony of Uttar Pradesh and the country."
@ISalilTiwari reports
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