Chandrapur: BJP leader Nitesh Rane’s call to deny Muslim youths entry to Garba events has sparked debate, but Amruta Fadnavis has taken a different view, saying that festivals should be inclusive.
Speaking to reporters in Chandrapur, Amruta Fadnavis was asked about Rane’s position. She said that festivals and celebrations in the country are meant to include everyone. “If a Muslim person participates in Garba, enjoys the festival peacefully and leaves afterwards, I do not see anything wrong with it,” she said.
Rane had earlier alleged that Muslim youths were entering Garba events by using Hindu names. He had demanded that Garba organisers deny entry to Muslim youths to prevent incidents of Hindu women being allegedly deceived. His position led to debate at the political and social levels.
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Meanwhile, controversy is also continuing over the use of DJs during Ganeshotsav. On the issue, Fadnavis said that the limits set by the Supreme Court regarding noise pollution during festivals must be followed. She said organisers must ensure that the sound from DJs does not inconvenience residents in the area while celebrations are under way.
