Sunburn Festival Faces Backlash Over Lord Shiva's Image: Congress and AAP Demand Action

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:30am on 31 Dec 2023,Sunday India

The Sunburn EDM festival in Goa is under scrutiny as Congress and AAP leaders file complaints against organisers, alleging the misuse of Lord Shiva's image. The Congress leader filed a police complaint, claiming intentional insult to Hindu sentiments by linking Lord Shiva to alcohol and illicit activities during the festival. AAP's Amit Palekar demanded government action, emphasizing the compromise of "Sanatana Dharma." The festival, held from December 28 to Saturday, faces backlash for cultural insensitivity. Authorities are investigating the complaints, addressing concerns raised by political leaders over the festival's portrayal of religious figures.

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