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Shahi Imam of Bifare Mosque asks Dhirendra Shastri to retract his remarks
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 01:32 PM
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The Shahi Imam of Bifare Mosque in Ludhiana publicly demanded that political figure Dhirendra Shastri withdraw his recent statements.
Ludhiana, Punjab – The Shahi Imam of the Bifare Mosque issued a formal appeal on Tuesday, urging Dhirendra Shastri to retract the comments he made earlier this week. The religious leader said the statements were hurtful to the community and called for an immediate clarification.
In a brief press interaction, the Imam emphasized the need for responsible speech, especially on sensitive religious matters. He did not elaborate on the exact content of Shastri's remarks but stressed that they had caused unrest among worshippers.
Shastri, a local political figure, has not yet responded publicly to the Imam's request. The incident has drawn attention from both religious and political circles in Punjab, highlighting the delicate balance between free expression and communal harmony.
Authorities have not intervened, and no legal action has been reported. Observers note that such exchanges are common in the region when public statements intersect with religious sentiments.
In a brief press interaction, the Imam emphasized the need for responsible speech, especially on sensitive religious matters. He did not elaborate on the exact content of Shastri's remarks but stressed that they had caused unrest among worshippers.
Shastri, a local political figure, has not yet responded publicly to the Imam's request. The incident has drawn attention from both religious and political circles in Punjab, highlighting the delicate balance between free expression and communal harmony.
Authorities have not intervened, and no legal action has been reported. Observers note that such exchanges are common in the region when public statements intersect with religious sentiments.