Actor Imran Khan Asked To Leave India, Moves Bombay HC As Political War Erupts
Actor Imran Khan, a United States citizen, has been issued an expulsion notice directing him to leave India under the Immigration Act following his participation in protests in Mumbai against the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Mumbai Police issued the notice after Bharatiya Janata Party leader Kirit Somaiya lodged a complaint alleging foreign interference, illegal participation by a foreign national in domestic political agitation, and overseas funding. The actor's legal team, led by lawyer Zulfikar Memon, confirmed plans to challenge the Foreigners Regional Registration Office directive and police summons before the Bombay High Court through an urgent petition. The development has triggered a political confrontation, with Congress MLA Nana Patole attacking the central government for targeting dissenters and drawing comparisons with overseas deportations. Imran Khan had defended his presence at the protest site following his detention, arguing that freedom of movement remains a fundamental right.