Punjab Congress Demands Ban on Lawrence Bishnoi Docuseries

Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has demanded an immediate ban on the upcoming ZEE5 docuseries "Lawrence of Punjab," accusing it of glorifying gangster culture and tarnishing the state's cultural identity. The series, set for release on April 27, focuses on the life of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and has sparked widespread political backlash in Punjab.

Warring, a Lok Sabha member from Ludhiana, wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, urging his personal intervention to prevent the streaming of the documentary. In the letter, he highlighted concerns that the series would celebrate a figure linked to numerous violent crimes, including the 2022 murder of popular Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala. "The movie series aims to glorify someone who has been involved in so many gruesome crimes, including the brutal murder of the most popular Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala," Warring stated. He argued that associating Punjab, described as a holy land of gurus, rishis, and pirs, with a criminal like Bishnoi insults the state's heritage and values.

The Congress leader also issued a legal notice to ZEE5, demanding suspension of the release, and announced plans...