Summary A CISF constable, Kulwinder Kaur, has been arrested for allegedly slapping Kangana Ranaut at the Chandigarh airport. The constable was reportedly triggered by Ranaut’s past remarks on the farmers’ protest. Ranaut had made controversial comments implying that protestors were paid to participate in the agitation. Video footage captured Ranaut being escorted, but the alleged slap was not recorded. Ranaut later expressed concern about rising terrorism in Punjab. This incident adds to Ranaut’s history of controversy regarding the farmers’ protest, with her campaign in Chandigarh previously met with protests.
In a dramatic turn of events, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) constable accused of slapping actress and newly-elected Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut at the Chandigarh airport has been apprehended. The constable, identified as Kulwinder Kaur, was reportedly triggered by an old statement made by Ranaut regarding farmers.
The incident occurred as Ranaut was en route to board a flight to Delhi when she was allegedly assaulted by Kaur. Following the altercation, Kaur was promptly suspended and a police case was filed against her.
Kaur’s actions were reportedly prompted by Ranaut’s previous statement regarding the farmers’ protest in 2020 against the central government’s farm laws. Ranaut had made remarks implying that protestors were being paid a meager sum to participate in the agitation, sparking controversy and widespread criticism.
Although video footage of the incident captured Ranaut being escorted to the security checkpoint, the alleged slap itself was not recorded. Ranaut later took to social media to share her account of the incident, expressing concern about rising terrorism in Punjab.
This altercation is not the first time Ranaut has found herself embroiled in controversy over her remarks on the farmers’ protest. In the past, she faced backlash for labeling protestors as “terrorists” and accusing them of attempting to divide India.
The farmers’ protest, which gained international attention, has been a contentious issue, with Ranaut frequently expressing skepticism and criticism towards the movement. Her campaign in Chandigarh was met with protests by agitators who took issue with her comments.
As the investigation unfolds and public discourse continues, this incident serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the responsibilities of public figures in addressing sensitive issues.