New Delhi, Feb. 6 -- The Supreme Court on Thursday granted interim protection to the officials of Discovery Communications India who are allegedly facing threats after the release of the documentary series "Cult of Fear: Asaram Bapu".

A bench of Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Justices PV Sanjay Kumar and KV Viswanathan ordered police authorities of at least seven states to ensure the protection of officials and properties of the broadcasting channel.

The order of the top court came on a petition filed by Discovery Communications India and its senior staff based in different states across India.

The channel which released the documentary on self-styled godman Asaram Baapu said several hate comments against Discovery and person...