Sharmistha Panoli Arrested By West Bengal Police Even After An Apology

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In this video, we examine the recent controversy surrounding Sharmishta Panoli, a 22-year-old law student and Instagram influencer, who was arrested by the Kolkata Police at her residence in Gurugram. Her arrest followed a now-deleted video in which she allegedly made offensive remarks about Prophet Muhammad while discussing 'Operation Sindoor'. The clip went viral, sparking outrage across sections of the Muslim community, who demanded strict action against her. After nearly two weeks of online protests and an FIR filed by the Rashidi Foundation, Sharmishta was booked under IPC sections related to promoting enmity and hurting religious sentiments, despite issuing an unconditional apology and removing the content. Her arrest has triggered a nationwide debate on freedom of speech, hypocrisy, and political bias. Right-wing supporters argue this is a clear violation of free speech. Yet, these same voices had earlier demanded the arrest of comedians like Munawar Faruqui for allegedly insulting Hindu deities. So why the double standards? At the same time, the West Bengal government has taken no major action against individuals involved in the WASP protest in Murshidabad, where Hindus were allegedly targeted. To add to the irony, the complainant who filed the case against Sharmishta has a history of mocking Hindu gods online, raising questions about selective outrage and biased enforcement of laws. This video doesn't take sides but aims to highlight how free speech in India often becomes a political tool, supported or condemned depending on who says what and which religion is being discussed. --- ⚠ DISCLAIMER: This video is created for educational and informational purposes only. It does not promote hate, violence, or disrespect toward any religion or community. All content is based on verified reports and public reactions. Viewer discretion is advised, and we encourage respectful dialogue in the comments. Join this channel to get access to perks: