Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on Monday (March 31, 2025) failed to appear before Khar police in connection with the case registered for his "traitor" jibe at Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, while a team went to his Mahim home to "check" his availability.

He was supposed to appear before Khar police during the day, an official said, adding it was the second time he was summoned.

"A Khar police team went to his house in Mahim, where his family stays, to check whether he would appear in connection with the case or not. Since he did not, further course of action will be decided soon," the official said.

The first notice seeking his appearance was issued last week, and the comedian's request for seven days' time was denied by police.