Archive · 22 Sep 2025
VHP Demands Dandiya Restrictions for Non-Hindus
The VHP, a Hindu organization, wants Dandiya events to only include Hindus.
They say that non-Hindus cause trouble and harass girls.
They want organizers to check IDs, use breathalyzers, and display a goddess portrait.
The VHP believes these steps are necessary to keep the events sacred and prevent incidents they call 'Love Jihad'.
VHP in Telangana demands Dandiya organizers to exclude non-Hindus.
The VHP spokesperson cited concerns about safety and 'Love Jihad'.
The organization wants organizers to check participant IDs.
They are demanding breathalyzers and police deployment at the events.
VHP says it will obstruct organizers who don't follow their demands.
- Who
- VHP, Dandiya organizers
- What
- VHP demands organizers restrict Dandiya to Hindus only
- When
- Recent
- Where
- Telangana (Hyderabad)
- Why
- Prevent 'Love Jihad', maintain religious sanctity
Inclusivity Advocates
VHP
Event Access
Inclusivity Advocates
All individuals should be allowed to participate in Dandiya events.
VHP
Only Hindus should be permitted to participate in Dandiya events, with restrictions.
Security Measures
Inclusivity Advocates
Restrictions are discriminatory and may limit community participation.
VHP
Restrictions are necessary to maintain religious sanctity and community safety.
- Organization
- VHP
- Event
- Dandiya/Garba
- Location
- Telangana (Hyderabad)
- Target Group
- Dandiya organizers
- Demand
- Exclude non-Hindus from Dandiya events
- Reason
- Prevent 'Love Jihad', maintain religious sanctity
Sources
VHP’s ‘Hindu only’ diktat for garba ‘open invitation for violence’: Athawale
Who is VHP to decide...: Union minister on garba diktat
Who is VHP to decide?: Union Minister on 'Hindu only' garba diktat
Maharashtra: Row erupts after VHP urges garba organisers to not allow entry of non-Hindus
Rajasthan: Garba Entry In Bhilwara Only After Aadhaar Verification; Venues To Be Sprinkled With Ganga Jal, 'Gaumutra'
