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Indian court allows Bollywood actor Imran Khan extended stay after apology
An Indian court has permitted Bollywood actor Imran Khan to remain in the country until early next month following his apology for participating in a protest. The move comes after authorities had sought his departure for allegedly breaching immigration regulations.
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NEW DELHI — A New Delhi court on Monday granted Bollywood actor Imran Khan permission to extend his stay in India until early next month, provided he issues a formal apology for his involvement in a protest action.
The decision follows a directive from Indian authorities seeking Khan's departure from the country on grounds that his protest participation violated immigration laws. The actor complied with the court's condition by apologising for the demonstration, according to legal proceedings.
India's immigration regulations require foreign nationals to refrain from engaging in political or protest activities. Khan's participation in the demonstration had prompted government officials to initiate deportation proceedings against him.
The court's conditional approval allows the actor a reprieve while he remains subject to the country's visa requirements and legal restrictions on foreign nationals. The case reflects India's strict approach to enforcing immigration protocols among visitors to the country.
Details regarding the nature of the protest and the specific charges against Khan remain limited, though the court's decision suggests authorities were willing to exercise discretion following the actor's formal acknowledgment of the breach.