₹370 biryani remark row: Gurugram police books Himanshu Jangra, Pranit More for ‘sexual harassment’, obscenity charges

Published 16 June 2026 · india

Gurugram police booked Himanshu Jangra and stand-up comedian Pranit More for sexual harassment and other sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) on Tuesday, June

Gurugram police booked Himanshu Jangra and stand-up comedian Pranit More for sexual harassment and other sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) on Tuesday, June 16, over the “ ₹370 biryani” remark. They have also asked social media platforms to remove the viral video. In an official statement on Tuesday, the Gurugram police said, “Giving the utmost priority to the safety and respect of women, the Gurugram Police has registered a case regarding the objectionable video that went viral on social media.” Based on a complaint by the Commission for Women (NCW) and taking suo motu cognizance, the police said the accused — Himanshu Jangra and Praneet More — have been identified during the investigation of this registered case. “Lawful notices will be issued to them to join the investigation, and further legal proceedings will follow,” they said. What are the charges against Himanshu Jangra and Praneet More? The case has been registered at the DLF Phase-2 Police Station under the following sections IT Act, Section 67: Publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form Publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form BNS, Section 294: Sale, distribution, or exhibition of obscene materials Sale, distribution, or exhibition of obscene materials BNS, Section 75(2): This covers the most severe forms of sexual harassment, such as unwelcome physical contact, demanding sexual favours, or forcing a woman to view pornography against her will.

It is a non-bailable offence punishable by up to 3 years of rigorous imprisonment. This covers the most severe forms of sexual harassment, such as unwelcome physical contact, demanding sexual favours, or forcing a woman to view pornography against her will. It is a non-bailable offence punishable by up to 3 years of rigorous imprisonment. BNS, Section 75(3): This specifically covers the act of making "sexually coloured remarks." If a video features verbal sexual harassment or inappropriate sexual comments directed at women, this sub-section applies. It carries a penalty of up to 1 year in prison. This specifically covers the act of making "sexually coloured remarks." If a video features verbal sexual harassment or inappropriate sexual comments directed at women, this sub-section applies. It carries a penalty of up to 1 year in prison. BNS, Section 353(3): Statements conducing to public mischief in a religious setting The Gurugram Police has also sent legal requests and notices to the concerned social media platforms to stop the circulation of the said video content, affecting the dignity of women. “Action has been taken to remove the video.” “An in-depth investigation into the matter is underway under the direction of the Commissioner of Police, Gurugram,” the statement read.