Kunal Kamra Receives Third Police Summons in Defamation Case Over Satirical Parody

The comedian, under interim bail, has refused to apologize as opposition parties criticize the government for suppressing free speech.

Mumbai Police issued a third summons to Kunal Kamra for questioning in a defamation case related to his parody targeting Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.
Kamra remains under interim anticipatory bail granted by the Madras High Court until April 7, allowing him to approach Maharashtra courts.
Police clarified that no audience members from Kamra's show have been officially summoned, despite earlier reports suggesting otherwise.
Opposition leaders have accused the BJP-led Mahayuti government of using police action to stifle dissent and intimidate critics.
Kamra has stated he will cooperate with the investigation but maintains his refusal to apologize, asserting his right to free speech.