Swara Bhasker shares video of husband Fahad Ahmad being detained during Mumbai protest: ‘Shameful state of affairs’

Actor Swara Bhasker has strongly criticised the detention of her husband, politician Fahad Ahmad, during a protest in Mumbai, calling the incident a "shameful state of affairs."

Taking to social media, Swara shared a video purportedly showing Fahad Ahmad being detained by police personnel during the demonstration. The clip quickly gained traction online, sparking political debate and drawing reactions from supporters and critics alike.

Swara questions police action

Sharing the video on her social media accounts, Swara condemned the police action and expressed concern over the treatment of protesters.

Describing the incident as a "shameful state of affairs," the actor questioned why demonstrators were being detained while exercising what she described as their democratic right to protest.

Her post was widely shared, with many users voicing support for Fahad Ahmad, while others defended the authorities' actions.

Fahad Ahmad detained during protest

According to videos circulating online, Fahad Ahmad was among several protesters taken into police custody during the demonstration in Mumbai.

The circumstances leading to the detentions have not been fully detailed by authorities. Police are yet to issue a comprehensive statement explaining the reasons behind the action or the number of people detained during the protest.

It was also not immediately clear whether those detained were later released.

Political reactions pour in

The incident has triggered reactions from political leaders, activists and public figures, with Opposition voices alleging that authorities were attempting to curb peaceful demonstrations.

Meanwhile, supporters of the police maintained that law enforcement agencies acted to preserve public order and ensure the protest did not disrupt normal life.

The developments have further fuelled discussions on the balance between maintaining law and order and protecting the constitutional right to peaceful assembly.

Video goes viral

The video shared by Swara Bhasker has amassed significant engagement across social media platforms, becoming one of the day's most discussed political and entertainment-related posts.

As the footage continues to circulate online, the incident has reignited conversations about the policing of protests and the role of public figures in highlighting such events.