Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Garba Guidelines Issued by Bajrang Dal, VHP in Rajasthan
The Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad in Rajasthan are setting rules for Garba dances during Navratri.
They're requiring Aadhaar cards for entry, mandating tilak, and restricting non-Hindus.
The groups want proper clothes and are against inappropriate music.
The Bajrang Dal will do checks to ensure compliance.
Some BJP leaders agree with these rules.
However, the Opposition argues these rules distract from key local issues such as the need for flood relief.
Bajrang Dal and VHP implemented guidelines for Garba events in Kota and Bhilwara.
Aadhaar cards and tilak are required for entry.
Organizations will conduct surprise checks to ensure compliance.
Guidelines restrict non-Hindus and inappropriate music or behavior.
BJP leaders support the move; the Opposition criticizes it.
- Who
- Bajrang Dal, VHP, BJP, Opposition
- What
- Issued guidelines for Garba events
- When
- During Navratri celebrations
- Where
- Kota and Bhilwara, Rajasthan
- Why
- To ensure religious and cultural propriety.
Concerns on Discrimination and Distraction
Arguments for Cultural Preservation and Religious Integrity
Viewpoints on Garba Guidelines
Concerns on Discrimination and Distraction
The Opposition views the guidelines as a distraction from addressing core issues.
Arguments for Cultural Preservation and Religious Integrity
Supporters believe these guidelines are necessary to protect Hindu culture and religious practices.
Implementation
Concerns on Discrimination and Distraction
Some may see the measures, such as Aadhaar card checks and the exclusion of non-Hindus, as discriminatory.
Arguments for Cultural Preservation and Religious Integrity
Proponents argue they are reasonable for ensuring order and cultural preservation.
- Event
- Navratri Garba celebrations
- Location
- Kota and Bhilwara, Rajasthan
- Organizations
- Bajrang Dal and VHP
- Guidelines
- Aadhaar card checks, dress code, restrictions on non-Hindus
- Enforcement
- Surprise checks by Bajrang Dal teams
- Political Response
- BJP supports, Opposition criticizes
Sources
'No Jeans, Only Traditional Wear': Right-Wing Groups Push Aadhaar & Tilak Rule For Garba In Rajasthan's Bhilwara
Garba events becoming ‘epicentres’ of ‘love jihad’, claims BJP minister Rane
‘Entry of Jihadis strictly prohibited’: Hindu outfit puts up banners at garba venue
Garba events turning into ‘love jihad’ hubs, claims BJP minister Nitesh Rane; backs VHP ID checks advisory
