{
  "id": 16183593,
  "title": "Pushkar Singh Dhami reaches out to Daler Mehndi; Mika Singh insists on minister’s apology",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/pushkar-singh-dhami-reaches-out-to-daler-mehndi-mika-singh-insists-on",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-23T12:29:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindustan Times",
    "slug": "hindustan-times",
    "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/pushkar-singh-dhami-reaches-out-to-daler-mehndi-mika-singh-insists-on-minister-s-apology-101792758600411.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has been reaching out to singer Daler Mehndi after a recent controversy involving cabinet colleague Subodh Uniyal. Mehndi was publicly reprimanded by Uniyal at a public event, claiming the singer was intoxicated. The incident was captured on video and sparked outrage, with Mehndi's brother Mika Singh defending his brother and demanding an apology from Uniyal. Dhami spoke with Mehndi on Friday to check on his well-being and discuss the matter. He expressed a desire to move forward positively, emphasizing mutual dialogue and harmony. Mika Singh reiterated his demand for a public apology from Uniyal, criticizing the minister's language and behavior towards artists.",
  "summary": "The controversy stems from an incident on Sunday night, October 18, at the Siddhpeeth Maa Kunjapuri Tourism and Development Fair in Narendra Nagar, Tehri Garhwal district",
  "key_points": [
    "Pushkar Singh Dhami contacts Daler Mehndi over controversy",
    "Mika Singh demands Uniyal's public apology for comments",
    "Dhami seeks positive dialogue and mutual respect"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Chief Minister’s attempt at mediation highlights a growing tension between government officials and the artistic community following a public display of disrespect by a cabinet member.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}