Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, addressed the controversy surrounding Nora Fatehi’s song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’ during his speech in Lok Sabha. He emphasized that while freedom of speech is important, it must be exercised within the boundaries of culture and society. Vaishnaw highlighted that freedom of speech is not absolute and is subject to certain conditions as per the Constitution of India. He specifically mentioned that the mentioned song has already been banned and stressed the need to adhere to the reasonable restrictions set by the Constitution regarding freedom of speech.
The Minister further emphasized the importance of considering societal and cultural contexts when it comes to freedom of speech. He expressed concerns about the rapid spread of content through digital platforms and assured that the government is prepared to take necessary actions to protect society, especially children, women, and marginalized groups. The controversy surrounding Nora Fatehi’s song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’ from the movie ‘KD: The Devil’ stemmed from its alleged vulgar lyrics and suggestive choreography, leading to widespread criticism. Singer Armaan Malik and social media users criticized the content, prompting legal complaints and demands for a ban due to concerns about its impact on minors and public decency. Eventually, the song was reportedly removed from YouTube, underscoring the ongoing debate between creative freedom and societal norms in Indian music.
