Bhopal Lit Fest Cancels Babur Book Session Amid Protest Fears and Author's Criticism

The Bhopal Literature and Art Festival cancelled a session on Aabhas Maldahiyar's book 'Babur: The Quest for Hindustan' amid concerns of protests and disruptions by fringe groups. Police advised organisers to remove the book and cancel the event. Maldahiyar denied allegations that his book glorifies Babur and criticised media reports and the Madhya Pradesh government's role. The cancellation has sparked debate on freedom of expression and political influence in literary events.