【Who is Kangana Ranaut?】CISF Constable Suspended for Slapping BJP MP Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport

A Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) constable, Kulwinder Kaur, allegedly slapped Bollywood actress and newly elected BJP MP from Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi, Kangana Ranaut, at the Chandigarh airport on June 6, 2024 (Thursday). The video of the incident quickly went viral. Kaur, who was reportedly upset with Ranaut over her remarks against the farmers’ protest in 2020, has been suspended, and an FIR has been lodged against her.

Kulwinder Kaur, the #CISF officer posted at #ChandigarhAirport who slapped actor and #BJP MP #KanganaRanaut, said that her mother was sitting at the #FarmersProtest when Kangana said the protesters sat for Rs 100. pic.twitter.com/zc1UcRp2YG

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Incident Details

In a viral video, Kulwinder Kaur can be heard saying, “My mother was there,” referring to Kangana Ranaut’s statement that women in the farmers’ protest were paid ₹100 each to sit on Delhi borders. Kaur’s anger stemmed from this comment, leading to the altercation.

Who is Kulwinder Kaur?

Kulwinder Kaur, 35, hails from Sultanpur Lodhi in Punjab. She is the sister of Sher Singh Mahiwal, the organizational secretary of the Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee. Kaur joined CISF in 2009 and has been with the aviation security group at Chandigarh airport since 2021. Her husband is also a CISF personnel, and the couple has two children. Officials noted that Kaur has had no prior vigilance inquiries or punishments in the force.

Kangana Ranaut’s Response

Following the incident, Kangana Ranaut released a video confirming her safety. She recounted the event, stating that as she exited the security check, a CISF staff member approached, slapped her, and verbally abused her, citing support for the farmers’ protest as the reason. Ranaut expressed concerns about increasing terrorism in Punjab and questioned how such issues should be handled.

CISF and National Commission for Women’s Actions

The CISF has ordered a court of inquiry and lodged an FIR against Kulwinder Kaur. Rekha Sharma, chairperson of the National Commission for Women, stated that the panel had taken up the matter with CISF, highlighting the breach of security by those responsible for it.

Political Reactions

Jai Ram Thakur, the leader of the opposition and former chief minister of Himachal Pradesh, condemned the incident, calling it “very unfortunate” and demanding action against such behavior by security personnel.

Summary

The incident at Chandigarh airport involving Kulwinder Kaur and Kangana Ranaut has sparked significant controversy and action. Kaur’s suspension and the ongoing investigation underscore the seriousness of the situation, as authorities and the public await further developments.