Right-wing Group Urges Bengaluru Police to Ban Munawar Faruqui's April 18 Show
The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti, a right-wing organization, has formally requested the Bengaluru police to deny permission for stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui’s upcoming show, titled 'Dhandho,' scheduled for April 18, 2026. In a representation submitted to the police commissioner, the group cited Faruqui’s past controversies, including a 2021 case in Indore where he was booked for allegedly hurting religious sentiments, as grounds for cancellation. The Samiti argued that allowing the performance could disrupt public harmony and lead to law and order issues, referencing previous objections and cancellations of his shows in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune. While the group urged preventive measures to safeguard societal peace, Bengaluru police officials stated they had not yet received the formal request but confirmed that jurisdictional authorities would examine the matter if submitted. This development recalls previous incidents in Bengaluru, where Faruqui’s performances were cancelled in 2021 and 2022 due to similar objections and procedural lapses. The situation remains under observation as stakeholders await further administrative decisions regarding the event's viability amidst heightened sensitivities.
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Right-wing Group Urges Bengaluru Police to Ban Munawar Faruqui's April 18 Show
The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti, a right-wing organization, has formally requested the Bengaluru police to deny permission for stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui’s upcoming show, titled 'Dhandho,' scheduled for April 18, 2026. In a representation submitted to the police commissioner, the group cited Faruqui’s past controversies, including a 2021 case in Indore where he was booked for allegedly hurting religious sentiments, as grounds for cancellation. The Samiti argued that allowing the performance could disrupt public harmony and lead to law and order issues, referencing previous objections and cancellations of his shows in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Pune. While the group urged preventive measures to safeguard societal peace, Bengaluru police officials stated they had not yet received the formal request but confirmed that jurisdictional authorities would examine the matter if submitted. This development recalls previous incidents in Bengaluru, where Faruqui’s performances were cancelled in 2021 and 2022 due to similar objections and procedural lapses. The situation remains under observation as stakeholders await further administrative decisions regarding the event's viability amidst heightened sensitivities.
The Indian Express