Threats to Book Publisher Spark Controversy Over Freedom of Expression in Indian Politics

Jitendra Khapre, Nagpur: The alleged threat to the publisher of the book'Who was Shivaji'has stirred a new controversy in the state's politics, with the case sparking a debate on both law and order and freedom of expression. While Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar condemned MLA Sanjay Gaikwad's statement and demanded strict action, a series of allegations and counter-allegations ensued between the ruling and opposition.