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Shashi Tharoor Slams Bikaner House Over Raihan Vadra Photo Takedown

Rahul VermaSource: hindustantimes.com
Updated 4d ago
Shashi Tharoor Slams Bikaner House Over Raihan Vadra Photo Takedown
Shashi Tharoor Slams Bikaner House Over Raihan Vadra Photo TakedownSource: hindustantimes.com
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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticized the Bikaner House administration for removing photographs from Raihan Vadra's exhibition in Delhi, arguing that the move has damaged India's international reputation as a democracy that values freedom of expression. Tharoor said the removal of the photos has drawn more attention to Vadra's work, giving his career a boost. The Bikaner House Society defended its decision, citing its policy on exhibitions and art.

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