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Ayesha Khan Detained: "Why Was I Held?"
22 Jul
Summary
- Actor Ayesha Khan claims Mumbai Police detained her and friends.
- Khan was detained while heading to a student protest in Dadar.
- She questions the police action without explanation for detention.

Actress Ayesha Khan has accused the Mumbai Police of detaining her and her companions in Dadar on Wednesday. Khan, known for her appearance in the song 'Shararat,' detailed the incident on Instagram, claiming they were forcibly placed in a police van.
Khan stated she arrived at the protest site to support student demonstrations but was informed that protests were prohibited. When she inquired about alternative options, the situation escalated, leading to her alleged detention by approximately 15 police personnel. She further expressed that despite being taken to Worli police station, no clear reason was provided for their detention.
The protests, which began in New Delhi, have spread nationwide, with demonstrators demanding accountability. Similar incidents of alleged detention before reaching protest sites have been reported in Mumbai, highlighting ongoing concerns about democratic rights and accountability.