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In a letter to chief minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday, VHP state secretary Ashwin Patel objected to a composition by Aziz Tankarvi published on page 389 of this year’s annual, brought out by the state information department for Diwali. Patel further argued that the inclusion of such content in a govt publication is disturbing, given the religious significance of Diwali, which is associated with Lord Ram’s return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Ahmedabad | Silver Rate in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Petrol Price in Ahmedabad | Diesel Price in Ahmedabad | CNG Price in Ahmedabad | LPG Price in Ahmedabad Stay updated with the latest Ahmedabad news.
Patel said the poem should be removed from the edition before it is circulated. Action should be taken against the composer of the poem as well as the person who has authorised it,” said Ashwin Patel, adding that the govt must review the selection process for writers featured in govt publications to prevent a recurrence. Gandhinagar : The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has demanded the immediate removal of a poem from the state govt’s Diwali special issue, alleging that it hurts religious sentiments. It has also sought strict action against the author and officials responsible for approving the content. The letter alleges that the poem contains objectionable references to Lord Ram and Mirabai. Despite attempts, poet Aziz Tankarvi could not be reached for comment. “This year’s Dipotsavi issue has published a poem that has hurt the religious sentiments of the Hindu community. It should be immediately removed from the publication. Download the TOI App.