Archive · 7 Oct 2026
VHP, Bajrang Dal Seek Tighter Garba Rules in Shivpuri
Two Hindu organisations in Shivpuri have asked officials to set stricter rules for Garba events during Navratri.
They want people to show Aadhaar cards or other valid identity documents to enter.
They also want only religious or Garba-related songs played.
They say people who are intoxicated should not be allowed inside.
They have also asked for meat shops to be barred near public and religious places during the celebrations.
The groups say the rules are meant to improve safety and prevent unpleasant incidents.
The district administration and event organisers have not yet decided what rules to follow.
The celebrations are scheduled to begin on October 10.
Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal submitted joint demands to Shivpuri's district administration ahead of Navratri.
They want Aadhaar cards or other valid identity documents required for entry to Garba pandals.
They called for religious and Garba-related music only, and a ban on obscene songs.
Their demands also include barring intoxicated attendees and prohibiting meat shops near public and religious places during celebrations.
The administration and event organisers will decide on the demands; celebrations are due to begin October 10.
- Who
- Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal in Shivpuri submitted demands to the district administration.
- What
- They requested stricter entry, music, security and nearby meat-shop rules for Garba events.
- When
- Ahead of Navratri 2026; celebrations are scheduled to begin October 10.
- Where
- Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, India.
- Why
- The organisations cited earlier alleged objectionable incidents at Garba pandals and said tighter rules could help prevent controversial or unpleasant incidents.
- Organisations
- Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal
- Location
- Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh
- Festival
- Navratri 2026
- Scheduled start
- October 10
- Entry request
- Mandatory Aadhaar cards or other valid identity documents
- Music request
- Religious and Garba-related songs only; no obscene songs
- Other requested measures
- Exclude intoxicated attendees and prohibit meat shops near public and religious places during the celebrations
- Decision status
- The district administration and Garba organisers will decide on the demands and arrangements.