Punjab Newsline | Chandigarh/New Delhi
The documentary series “Lawrence of Punjab” will no longer be released, despite its scheduled premiere on April 27. The Central Government has imposed a ban on the release.
Earlier, the Punjab Police had written to the Centre, warning that the release of the documentary could disturb law and order in the state.
Meanwhile, Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, Congress president and Member of Parliament, had filed a petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court regarding the issue. He also wrote to Narendra Modi, urging immediate action to stop the release.
The family of Lawrence Bishnoi has also opposed the series. They raised concerns over its content, production process, and timing. According to the family, the documentary is not only factually incorrect but also disrespects the judicial system and Punjab’s rich cultural heritage.
They further claimed that neither the family nor the government was consulted before making the series. Lawrence’s uncle, Ramesh, demanded strict action against the producers of the film.