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Anupam Kher disallowed from entering NIT campus

12th April 2016

PDP-BJP government on Sunday stopped more than 40 people, including Bollywood actor Anupam Kher and film-maker Ashok Pandit from entering the campus of  National Institute of Technology(NIT).

The non-local students have been boycotting classes since Monday after they clashed with Kashmiri students, who allegedly celebrated West Indies' victory over India in the World T20 semi-final match on March 31.

Anupam Kher took to twitter and posted his thoughts and support to the student in NIT. He tweeted, "Landed in Srinagar. 'HOME' away from home. Will go to #NITSrinagar & meet the students & give them a warm hug & a special gift.:)."

After which he again tweeted, "Asked J&K Police if I can visit my ancestral home or Kheer Bhawani temple. Even that is not allowed. Basically it is #AirportArrest."

He continued, "Dear #NITSrinagar Students: Country loves & Salutes ur Nationalism & Courage. Keep it up. Work Hard & Good luck for your exams. #Blessings."

While returning from the Srinagar Airport Mr. Kher tweeted, "Thank you Srinagar airport staff, J&K Police & other authorities for your warmth & hospitality while i was at d airport. I will be back.:)."

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