Recent conflicts involving comedians Kunal Kamra and Samay Raina have generated fierce arguments about Indian freedom of expression. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath dubbed Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde a “gaddar,” which resulted in vandalism by Shiv Sena employees, criticizing Kamra’s March 23, 2025 performance. Yogi linked Yogi’s February incident on India’s Got Latent to his criticism of utilizing free speech for personal attacks. Kamra received threats; Raina made a regrettable comment. Following BMC action, The Habitat closed among political unrest. Yogi positioned these events amid more general issues of national unity and democratic accountability.