Academic Denied Entry into India, Sparks Political Debate
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Nitasha Kaul, a British academician, was denied entry into India upon arriving at Bengaluru Airport to attend a Karnataka government event. She claims she had valid documents.
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Kaul has a history of anti-India statements, including calling Kashmir "India Administered Kashmir" and accusing India of human rights violations there.
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In 2019, she testified before the US House Foreign Affairs Committee claiming there was a "humanitarian crisis" in Kashmir due to India's policies.
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The Karnataka BJP has criticized the Congress government for inviting Kaul, calling her a "Pakistani sympathizer" and "anti-national element."
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Kaul is known for her divisive views on India, particularly targeting the central government on issues like Kashmir.