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Rehan Wadra Photo Exhibition at Bikaner House: 70+ Images Removed, Former CM Ashok Gehlot Criticises BJP
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 05:31 PM
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In Delhi’s Bikaner House, 70+ photographs from Rehan Wadra’s exhibition were removed, prompting former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot to criticize the BJP government.
Bikaner House in Delhi, a prominent venue for cultural events, hosted a photo exhibition by photographer Rehan Wadra that was slated to display more than 70 images.
Shortly after the exhibition opened, authorities removed all 70+ photographs, citing unspecified reasons. The decision was made without a public explanation.
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot condemned the action, accusing the BJP‑led central government of suppressing artistic freedom and targeting the property of the Rajasthan government.
The incident has ignited debate over censorship and the role of government in cultural displays. No formal statement from the Delhi administration has yet been released.
The controversy underscores the growing tensions between state and central authorities over cultural representation.
Shortly after the exhibition opened, authorities removed all 70+ photographs, citing unspecified reasons. The decision was made without a public explanation.
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot condemned the action, accusing the BJP‑led central government of suppressing artistic freedom and targeting the property of the Rajasthan government.
The incident has ignited debate over censorship and the role of government in cultural displays. No formal statement from the Delhi administration has yet been released.
The controversy underscores the growing tensions between state and central authorities over cultural representation.