The Delhi High Court has closed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s petition challenging ZEE5’s docuseries Lawrence of Punjab. The move follows an advisory from the central government asking ZEE5 not to release the show. The court said the makers cannot proceed unless those advisories are set aside. Bishnoi’s counsel can still pursue legal action if the series returns in another format.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has advised ZEE5 not to release its docu-series “Lawrence of Punjab,” after Punjab Police flagged potential public order risks. The move follows concerns that the series could glorify gangster culture and influence youth negatively, potentially undermining law enforcement efforts and ongoing efforts to maintain public peace.
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