Udaipur Files producer Amit Jani given Y-category security amid threats

In the wake of the ongoing controversy and threats around 'Udaipur Files', a film based on Udaipur tailor Kanhaiya Lal's murder, the producer of the movie, Amit Jani, has been provided Y-category security, an official statement said on Sunday.

The movie is based on Kanhaiya Lal, a tailor from Udaipur who was murdered by Mohammad Riyaz and Mohammad Ghous for allegedly sharing a post supporting former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma's controversial on-air remarks on Prophet Muhammad in 2022.

As per the Y-category



security protocol, Jani will be accompanied by a total of 11 personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The security cover will be provided to Jani for movement within Uttar Pradesh and Delhi.

This came days after the Supreme Court allowed the producer, director and the son of Kanhaiya Lal to approach the police and seek protection as they alleged threat to their lives.

The top court noted that if the threats are found to be serious in nature, concerned authorities must take steps to ensure their safety.