'Sprinkle Gomutra On Non-Hindus': Malad Garba Event Poster Allegedly Lists Anti-Love Jihad Rules On Entry During Navratri 2026
Mumbai: With Navratri approaching, posters opposing what they describe as “love jihad” have reportedly surfaced at a Garba venue in Mumbai's Malad area, drawing attention over the entry conditions mentioned on them. According to a News18 report, the posters displayed at the venue allegedly called on organisers to apply tilak to non-Hindu attendees, tie kalava, or sacred threads, around their…
Mumbai's Malad area is set to witness a Garba event during Navratri 2026, however, the poster for the event has allegedly listed controversial rules regarding entry for non-Hindus. According to a News18 report, the poster instructed organisers to apply tilak, wear kalava, and sprinkle gomutra on non-Hindu attendees before allowing them entry to the Garba event. The source claims that the Garba event will be organized by BJP MLA Atul Bhatkhalkar.
This development comes in light of Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane's support for the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) appeal to restrict the entry of non-Hindus into Garba events across the state. Rane emphasized that participation of non-Hindus could lead to instances of "love jihad", an alleged practice of covertly converting minorities to Islam. Furthermore, Rane proposed identity verification at Garba events and the recitation of the Hanuman Chalisa before entry.
It is worth noting that Navratri, a nine-day Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is set to begin on October 10. The report suggests that preparations are underway across the country for both Navratri and the subsequent Durga Puja festival.
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