Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming Ahmedabad concert has come under scrutiny following a request by the District Child Protection Officer (DCPO) to restrict certain songs and stage elements during his November 21 performance. The singer is scheduled to perform at Narendra Modi Stadium, but concerns have been raised over content allegedly promoting alcohol consumption, drug use and gun culture.
The development follows a complaint filed by Chandigarh-based professor Dr Panditrao Dharenavar, who has repeatedly objected to songs performed by Diljit at his concerts. In a letter dated November 5, Ahmedabad’s DCPO approached the Police Commissioner, requesting that four tracks be excluded from the singer’s setlist. These include Patiala Pegg, 5 Taara Theeke, Jeeb Vicho Feem Labbiya and Jatt Uthe Fire Karda Jithe Pabandi Hathiyara Di.
Citing the Centre’s Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, the letter states that songs glorifying alcohol and drug consumption should not be permitted, even if their lyrics are modified. It also refers to a July 22, 2019, observation by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, which called for restrictions on songs promoting liquor, drugs and violence, including at live performances, over concerns about their influence on children.
The complaint also highlights child safety concerns, requesting that children not be invited on stage. It points to sound levels exceeding 120 decibels and rapidly flashing stage lights, which could potentially damage hearing or trigger seizures.
Additionally, the DCPO has urged the police to ensure that Diljit does not wear crossed silver bullet belts, commonly known as bandoliers, or dummy metallic cartridges across his chest. The complaint argues that such imagery could promote gun culture and encourage violent behaviour among audiences.
This comes days after similar restrictions were sought ahead of Diljit’s November 15 concert in Indore.
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