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Actor Imran Khan Asked to Leave India Following CJP Protest in Mumbai

Bollywood actor Imran Khan has been served a formal “Leave India” notice by the Mumbai Police, directing him to depart the country by October 28, 2026. The directive follows his participation in a demonstration organized at Mumbai’s historic August Kranti Maidan.

Details of the Notice and Legal Grounds

The Mumbai Police initiated action against the actor under the relevant provisions of the Immigration Act. Imran Khan, known for films such as Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na and the nephew of superstar Aamir Khan, holds United States citizenship. Under Indian immigration regulations and visa guidelines, foreign nationals residing in or visiting India are restricted from participating in political rallies, agitations, or unauthorized protests.

The authorities served the notice requiring him to exit Indian territory before the specified deadline due to the alleged breach of these visa and immigration conditions.

The August Kranti Maidan Demonstration

The order stems from a protest held on October 10 at August Kranti Maidan, convened by the civil rights group Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) and allied groups demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

During the gathering, Imran Khan was present alongside his partner, actor Lekha Washington, and cousin Zayn Marie Khan. Law enforcement detained several demonstrators, including the three, for staging the protest without mandatory police permissions before later releasing them.

Key Takeaways

• Target of Directive: Bollywood actor Imran Khan (US passport holder).

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• Issuing Authority: Mumbai Police.

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• Deadline to Depart: October 28, 2026.

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• Underlying Incident: Attending an anti-CEC demonstration organized by CJP at August Kranti Maidan.

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• Primary Allegation: Violation of Indian visa rules and Immigration Act norms governing political participation by foreign citizens.

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