The Bombay High Court continues interim protection for actor Imran Khan after he tenders an unconditional apology in the case over a “Leave India” notice. The court keeps the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) notice in abeyance while Khan’s challenge is heard, and posts the matter for further proceedings.
Across outlets, the court’s core position is that Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders do not have the same rights as Indian citizens, particularly regarding participation in protests. Multiple reports say the bench raises concern about Khan’s involvement in demonstrations in Mumbai and links the episode to a broader political protest over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Delhi.
The reporting also covers the dispute between Khan and the Centre. The Centre argues that OCI status does not confer citizenship and that the government can require a foreign national to leave. Khan’s side says it is not disputing the power, but questions the circumstances of its use. Some coverage additionally mentions that the court presses Khan for an undertaking not to participate in future protests.
