Amitabh Bachchan’s Bulletproof Glass Removed, Sparks BJP‑Congress Debate

Amitabh Bachchan greeted fans outside his Jalsa bungalow in Mumbai’s Juhu on Sunday, November 8, after a temporary bullet‑proof glass barrier was removed. The barrier had been installed the week before following an email threatening bomb explosions at his residence, which was received by Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde. The removal sparked a political row. Maharashtra Congress spokesperson Sachin Sawant questioned whether the threat had subsided or if the government wanted to avoid embarrassment, calling on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to explain the security situation for Bollywood personalities. BJP MLA Ram Kadam defended the short‑term installation and accused the opposition of politicising the issue. The incident follows recent threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, including a shooting at Tiger Shroff’s car on October 18. The debate highlights ongoing concerns over the safety of film industry figures in Maharashtra.