Shimla (HP): Amid tussle between Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut and the Maharashtra government, Himachal Pradesh government has given her police protection at Kangan's residence in the state.

Chief Minister Jairam Thakur said, "Actor Kangana Ranaut is the daughter of our state. Her father has written to me, expressing his concerns over her security. I have informed my DGP, to assess the threat and take appropriate action. A police team will be deployed with her in Manali, today."