In a post on social media platform X, the Delhi CM described the programme as a cultural awakening of Hindu festivals and called it a moment of resurgence of faith, self-pride, and eternal tradition.
BJP spokesperson ANS Prasad criticised Udhayanidhi Stalin for extending Diwali wishes exclusively to "those who have faith," alleging that it reflects the DMK's persistent anti-Hindu stance.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday said that loudspeakers at Ramlila, Durga Puja, and other cultural-religious events in the national capital can now be used until midnight.
Uttar Pradesh Minister AK Sharma on Monday lashed out at Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, accusing him of defaming Hindu religious events like the Kanwar Yatra and Mahakumbh for political gains and engaging in vote-bank politics in the guise of criticism.
The annual Ambubachi Mela, one of the most revered Hindu festivals in Assam, commenced on Sunday at the historic Kamakhya Temple atop the Nilachal Hills in Guwahati.
Bangladesh Army personnel are actively performing their duties to ensure security at puja mandaps, bathing ghats, and important religious places in different parts of the country, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement late Saturday.
BJP MLA T Raja Singh has alleged that restrictions are being imposed on Hindu festivals and atrocities are being committed against Hindus in states governed by the Congress party, including Karnataka and Telangana.