Diwali controversy
Delhi's Political Battle Intensifies as Diwali Celebration Sparks Air Quality Crisis and BJP-AAP Clash
Oct 21, 2025 08:11 pm CST
Delhi's post-Diwali air quality crisis has reignited political tensions between BJP and AAP, with Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa accusing the opposition of attempting to "defame Diwali" while defending the government's pollution control efforts. As hazardous smog blankets the capital, both parties exchange accusations about responsibility for the environmental crisis, bringing religious celebrations and pollution management strategies into a heated public debate.
BJP Criticizes Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin for Selective Diwali Greetings and Religious Discrimination
Oct 21, 2025 06:40 pm CST
BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan condemns Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin for allegedly discriminating against Hindus during Diwali celebrations. The controversy centers around Udhayanidhi's limited Diwali wishes to "those who have faith" and the Chief Minister's absence of public Diwali greetings, which the BJP claims shows disrespect toward Hindu sentiments in the state.
Udhayanidhi Stalin's Controversial "For Those With Faith" Diwali Greeting Sparks Political Tension With BJP
Oct 20, 2025 02:12 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has created controversy with his conditional Diwali greetings "for those who have faith," prompting accusations of anti-Hindu bias from BJP leaders. The incident has reignited tensions between the DMK and BJP in Tamil Nadu, with opposition figures claiming the remarks demonstrate the ruling party's discriminatory attitude toward Hindu festivals and traditions.