“Mr. Krishnamachari’s resignation was connected with the complaint and the KBF’s Internal Committee is taking action on the complaint,” stated V. Venu, confirming the resignation of Bose Krishnamachari from the Kochi Biennale Foundation. This development comes in the wake of a sexual harassment complaint filed by a woman who had previously worked under him.

The complaint was lodged on January 3, 2026, and pertains to an alleged incident that took place on December 28, 2025. According to V. Venu, the complaint was received by the Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.

In response to the allegations, Bose Krishnamachari has refuted the charges, claiming that “the allegations were misleading and unsubstantiated and taken out of context.” He has also initiated legal action regarding the matter.

The unnamed complainant expressed her distress, stating, “She felt trapped and violated and had at no point given her consent to physical contact or remarks or advances.” This highlights the serious nature of the allegations and the impact they have had on the complainant.

Despite the gravity of the situation, it is noteworthy that there was no police complaint related to the incident at the time of Krishnamachari’s resignation. He cited family reasons for stepping down from his position, which has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding his departure.

Bose Krishnamachari, a co-founder of the Kochi Muziris Biennale, has played a significant role in the cultural landscape of India, having served as co-curator of the first edition of the biennale in 2012. Following his resignation, he was appointed as the Cultural Curator of Kochi.

The sixth edition of the Biennale had opened on December 12, 2025, and is set to conclude on January 31, 2026. As the situation unfolds, the Kochi Biennale Foundation’s Internal Committee is expected to continue its investigation into the complaint.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the next steps in this case, but the implications of this incident are likely to resonate throughout the art community and beyond.

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“I believe it is an insult to the national flag,” stated advocate Wajid Khan Bidkar, who has lodged a formal complaint against Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya. The complaint alleges that Pandya disrespected the national flag during celebrations following India’s victory over New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final.

The incident reportedly occurred after India secured a 96-run victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium, marking the team’s third T20 World Cup title. Videos circulating on social media show Pandya dancing and lying down with the Indian national flag wrapped around him, which has sparked outrage among some members of the public.

Bidkar emphasized the importance of respecting the national flag, citing Section 2 of the 1971 National Flag Act, which mandates that the dignity of the flag must be upheld. “The national flag is a symbol of the entire nation, and we can file a complaint here,” he added, indicating that the complaint could be lodged in Pune as well.

The Shivaji Nagar Police Station in Ahmedabad has confirmed receipt of the complaint but has not disclosed any details regarding potential actions that may follow. The complainant insists that Pandya’s actions violate the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.

India’s victory in the T20 World Cup was historic, as it marked the first time the tournament was won on home soil and the first instance of consecutive titles, having previously won in 2007 and 2024.

As the situation develops, Bidkar remarked, “Let’s see what happens next. I have filed the complaint.” The outcome of this legal action remains to be seen, with many awaiting further updates from authorities.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any specific legal repercussions Pandya may face if the complaint is pursued further. The incident has ignited discussions about the significance of national symbols and the responsibilities of public figures in upholding them.

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