Mahua Moitra's Poem for Umar Khalid Ignites Political Firestorm

• TMC MP Mahua Moitra shared a poem "You Will Rise, Umar Khalid" in support of jailed activist Umar Khalid after his bail plea was rejected by the Supreme Court.
• The Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 North-East Delhi riots case, while granting bail to five others.
• Following the court's decision, JNU students allegedly chanted slogans against PM Modi and Amit Shah, drawing strong criticism.
• Political leaders like Devendra Fadnavis, Shehzad Poonawalla, and Ashish Sood condemned the JNU slogans, labeling them "anti-India" and "sedition."
• The controversy highlights ongoing debates around dissent, judicial processes, and national security in India.

Why It Matters: Mahua Moitra's poem for Umar Khalid sparked a political row, intensifying debates on dissent and judicial decisions.