India • Jun 16, 2025

Extended police custody for man against Panoli

Wazahat Khan, who originally filed a hate speech complaint against influencer Sharmistha Panoli, has now been arrested himself by Kolkata Police for allegedly posting content online that promotes communal tension and hurts religious sentiments.
After a court hearing, his police custody was extended by another week.

TL;DR

Police digging into Khan's social media activity

Police are digging into Khan's social media activity, especially a deleted post that's become key evidence.
They've already seized one phone and are searching for more devices.
Haryana Police wanted to take him into their custody but weren't allowed.
Meanwhile, Khan's lawyer is challenging the remand but says they'll cooperate if bail is granted.