Actor detained at protest

Bollywood actor Imran Khan participated in an anti-CEC protest at August Kranti Maidan in Mumbai on October 10, where protesters demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.Police briefly detained him during the demonstration.

Police cite visa violations

Mumbai Police issued a notice on October 15 directing Imran Khan to leave India by October 28. Officials said his acts violated visa conditions and provisions of the Immigration and Foreigners Act.

Foreign nationals barred from politics

A police official stated that Imran Khan holds foreign citizenship and is not an Indian national.

“foreign nationals are prohibited from participating in political protests or political activities on Indian soil”

Suo motu action initiated

A senior police officer confirmed that suo motu action has been initiated against Imran Khan for violating visa conditions and provisions of the Immigration and Foreigners Act. A formal notice has been served on him.

BJP MP welcomes police action

Former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya, who had sought action against Imran Khan after he participated in the protest, welcomed the police notice against him. Further administrative procedures are underway.