The documentary was banned by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in India. The timing of the documentary's release was quoted as an attempt to defame the Modi government and tarnish his image on international fora. BJP accused BBC of 'visceral political hatred' for Modi. It is worth noting that the apex court of India, the Supreme Court, has already confirmed SIT clean chit to PM Modi in Gujarat riots case by rejecting Zakia Jafri's plea in June, 2022.