Shiv Sena Leader Rahool Kanal on Kunal Kamra: ‘Welcome in Shiv Sena Style’

Madras High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Comedian

New Delhi: Shiv Sena’s Yuva Sena (Shinde faction) General Secretary Rahool Kanal stated that comedian Kunal Kamra, who received protection in Tamil Nadu, will be welcomed in ‘Shiv Sena Style’ when he comes to Mumbai.

Madras High Court’s Decision

• Madras High Court granted interim anticipatory bail to Kunal Kamra
• Kamra moved to Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, in 2021
• Kamra faces legal issues due to derogatory comments in his stand-up comedy

Rahool Kanal’s Statement

Rahool Kanal, while speaking to ANI, said:

• “Yuva Sena members attend the police station every Monday and Thursday”
• “We welcome the Court’s verdict but it is only until April 7”
• “He should come and face the law”

Kanal’s Arrest and ‘Shiv Sena Style’ Welcome

Kanal, who was arrested for vandalizing Habitat Studio, added:

• “No matter his protection in Tamil Nadu, he will be welcomed in ‘Shiv Sena Style’ in Mumbai”
• “It’s not a threat; Mumbai has a culture of ‘Atithi Devo Bhava’”
• “He should face the law and follow the procedure”

Madras High Court’s Relief for Kamra

Madras High Court granted relief to Kamra, stating:

• “Kamra prima facie satisfied the court”
• “Anticipatory bail granted till April 7”
• “He shall execute a bond to the satisfaction of the Vanur judicial magistrate’s court”

Kamra’s Counsel’s Submission

Kamra’s counsel, V Suresh, submitted:

• “Allegation against Kamra was certain remarks about Eknath Shinde”
• “Allegation did not warrant custodial interrogation”
• “Kamra was unable to seek anticipatory bail in Maharashtra”
• “Threat to Kamra’s life was made by ruling party members and ministers in Maharashtra”

Kamra’s Fear of Arrest and Threats

Kamra’s Mumbai lawyer, Ashwin Thool, stated:

• “Kamra fears imminent arrest at the hands of Mumbai police”
• “He also fears actual physical bodily harm and threats to his life and liberty”
• “These threats were made in public by political party cadres”

Kamra’s Petition

Kamra’s petition said:

• “Disputed song does not name anyone”
• “Programme reflects Kamra’s signature satirical style of sharp observational humour”
• “Kamra has been receiving threats of physical harm and death on various platforms”

Kamra’s Reliance on SC Ruling

Kamra relied on the SC ruling in the Priya Indoria case from Karnataka to seek transit relief, stating:

• “He is not a flight risk”
• “He would cooperate with the police investigation”