Muzaffarnagar: Recently the issue of security and cultural purity has become hot regarding Garba and Navratri events. Meanwhile, Chhatrapati Shivaji Sena Youth District President Shantanu Rajput has strongly supported the demand of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) to ban the entry of non-Hindus in such events.
While giving his views on this topic, Shantanu Rajput raised the question that when idol worship is not allowed in Islam, then what is the need to participate in such religious and cultural events? He has advocated taking strict measures, citing controversies and security concerns that have arisen during the events.
Emphasis on the necessity of identification and verification
Shantanu Rajput clarified that there should be a strict identity check of every person coming to Garba pandals and Navratri celebrations. He believes that in the present times mere formal paperwork or seeing the Aadhaar card is not enough. To ensure the sanctity and safety of the events, it is necessary to have proper verification of visitors so that any kind of unwanted activity or untoward situation can be avoided.
He also suggested that along with the traditional methods of identity verification, if necessary, authenticity should also be verified through other means to maintain the essence of cultural and religious events, thereby ensuring the safety of ho the devotees attending the events.
This statement has come at a time when various social and religious organizations are becoming vocal about the entry rules in cultural events.