A photography exhibition by Raihan Vadra in Kerala has sparked controversy, with critics accusing the Indian government of political interference.
Raihan Vadra said he was instructed to remove protest photos and images of the Indian flag from his exhibition. Over 70 artworks were reportedly taken down. The Bikaner House Management Society said certain photos violated its policy and demanded their removal.
- Raihan Vadra alleged Bikaner House management asked him to remove protest photographs.
- Priyanka Gandhi described the incident as an attempt to silence young people's voices.
- More than 70 artworks were reportedly removed from Raihan Vadra's exhibition.
- The Bikaner House Management Society stated certain photographs did not comply with its policy.
- Tharoor stated the removal damaged India's global reputation as a freedom-loving democracy.
- Opposition and student groups demand resignation of Chief Election Commissioner.
- Pawan Khera claimed 74 artworks were removed because they were political.
- Vadra alleged the management insisted none of 70 photographs be displayed.
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