The commission has warned Badshah and the production team of strict action for portraying women in a derogatory manner, and the song has been removed from all platforms.
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The controversy surrounding Indian rapper and singer Badshah (Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia)'s latest Haryanvi song 'Tatteri' has intensified.
India's National Commission for Women has ordered Badshah and the production team to appear, saying that the song is obscene and depicts women in a derogatory manner.
The commission took this step on its own based on reports in the media. The commission's initial conclusion is that the content of the song violates the law.
The National Commission for Women has issued a statement saying that the words and scenes used in the song 'Tatteri' are objectionable. According to the commission, the song is against the provisions of the Indian Penal Code, the Information Technology Act and the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.
The commission has directed Badshah, video director Mahi Sandhu, co-director Joban Sandhu and producer Hiten to appear on March 25 at 12:30 pm with the necessary documents.
The commission has also warned of legal action if they do not appear on time.
The song, which was released on March 1, is alleged to have 'objectified' women and made girls in school uniforms dance in objectionable poses inside a Haryana Roadways bus.
The controversy started in Haryana after the scenes in the video were heavily criticized on social media and spread to other states.
As the controversy escalated, complaints have been registered against Badshah in districts including Panchkula, Jind and Panipat. Indian media has reported that a 'lookout circular' has been issued to prevent him from leaving the country.
After the Kaguni controversy and public outrage grew, Badshah has removed the song from all platforms including YouTube. On March 7, he released a video message expressing regret over the incident. 'My intention was not to hurt the sentiments of women or children.'
The lyrics of the song were written in a competitive hip-hop style,’ Badshah explained, adding, ‘I am proud to be a Haryanvi and wanted to introduce this culture to the world. However, I apologize if anyone was hurt.’
