Maharashtra Cyber Department Issues Second Summons to Samay Raina Amid Controversy
The Maharashtra Cyber Department is set to issue a second summon to stand-up comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina in connection with the ongoing ‘India’s Got Latent’ controversy. As reported by ANI, the summons comes after Raina failed to appear for a scheduled statement recording session on February 18.
Samay Raina’s Absence and Request for Videoconference
According to sources, the Maharashtra Cyber Department confirmed that the second summons will be sent to Raina on February 20, as they seek to record his statement. Raina previously requested to participate via videoconferencing, citing his presence in the United States and his inability to return to India before March 17 due to prior commitments. However, this request was denied, and the department insisted on his in-person appearance.
Understanding the ‘India’s Got Latent’ Controversy
The controversy erupted following a guest appearance by podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, who made an inappropriate comment during the show, leading to widespread outrage. This prompted a formal complaint against Allahbadia, Raina, and the organizers of the show.
In response to the backlash, Raina took to Instagram, expressing regret and emphasizing that his intention was solely to entertain. He announced the removal of all ‘India’s Got Latent’ videos from his channel and stated, “I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly.”
Legal Implications and Supreme Court’s Involvement
The situation escalated with multiple FIRs filed against the involved parties across several states, including Maharashtra and Assam. Recently, the Supreme Court condemned Allahbadia’s remarks, describing them as “dirty and perverted,” and urged government action against inappropriate online content.
The Maharashtra Women’s Commission has praised the Supreme Court’s intervention, emphasizing the need for accountability in media content and the importance of supporting societal values.
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