UP Women's Commission Chairperson Launches Scathing Attack on Nora Fatehi's New Song
AGRA: Uttar Pradesh State Women's Commission Chairperson Babita Chauhan has launched a sharp and uncompromising attack on Canadian actor-dancer Nora Fatehi over her latest song 'Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke'. Chauhan declared that the song's content "crosses all limits of decency" and demanded immediate action against all parties involved.
Call for Ban and Deportation
Speaking at a public event held at the Vikas Bhawan auditorium in Aligarh on Friday, Chauhan called for "an immediate ban on Fatehi in India". She went further by stating that the actor "should be sent back to where she came from", reflecting the intensity of her disapproval regarding the song's perceived inappropriate nature.
Questioning CBFC Approval and Legal Action
Chauhan raised serious questions about how the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) approved the controversial song. She asserted that the content is "not fit for family viewing" and revealed that formal notices have been issued to concerned authorities. These notices seek appropriate action against both the certification board and the lyricist responsible for the song's content.
Broader Women's Welfare Initiatives
During her address, Chauhan also discussed broader issues affecting women's welfare across Uttar Pradesh. She highlighted ongoing concerns including:
- Domestic violence cases requiring urgent attention
- Suppression of Muslim women's voices in various communities
- The commission's development of a dedicated mobile application specifically designed to support Muslim women facing domestic difficulties
National Commission for Women Steps In
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken cognizance of the controversy surrounding the song from the upcoming Kannada film 'KD: The Devil'. The commission has officially summoned:
- Nora Fatehi
- Actor Sanjay Dutt
- Lyricist Raqueeb Alam
- Producer Venkat K Narayana
- Director Kiran Kumar
All parties have been directed to appear before the commission on March 24 with relevant documents pertaining to the song's production and certification.
Legal Concerns Raised by NCW
The NCW summons follows specific allegations that the song's lyrics and choreography appear to be "sexually suggestive, objectionable and potentially in violation of multiple laws". The commission has identified potential violations of:
- The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
- Information Technology Act provisions
- Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
The controversy has sparked significant debate about content regulation in Indian cinema and the responsibilities of certification bodies in approving material for public consumption.
