Centre Clears ‘Udaipur Files’ For Release After 55 Cuts; Rejects Objections

The Union government has approved the release of Udaipur Files, dismissing objections and revision petitions. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting upheld the CBFC’s certification, noting 55 cuts and additional voluntary edits.

The Delhi High Court had earlier stayed the film’s release and directed a re-examination under the Cinematograph Act, 1952.

Petitioners argued the movie could prejudice the trial of the accused and depict Muslims negatively. With the Court’s August 7 deadline, the ministry found no grounds to block the film, clearing it for release on August 8.