Viral Video Sparks Controversy: Two Men Detained in Haridwar for Wearing 'Sheikh' Attire at Ganga Ghats
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A viral video has sparked outrage in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, after two men were seen wearing 'sheikh' attire at the sacred Har Ki Pauri ghat. The men, identified as Naveen Kumar and Prince, were detained by the police after the video went viral on social media. According to eyewitnesses, the duo was questioned by local priests, who asked them to leave the premises. However, the men seemed to be intentionally provoking the situation, with one of them saying they could 'roam anywhere in India.' The incident has reignited demands to ban non-Hindus from entering Ganga ghats in the Kumbh Mela area, with the Ganga Sabha and priest community calling for restrictions. The Uttarakhand government is considering this proposal. In a surprising twist, the men revealed their true identities during police interrogation - they are residents of Haridwar, not Dubai as initially claimed. They stated that they were filming a video for their YouTube channel, but later apologized for hurting religious sentiments. After a warning from the police, they were released. The incident highlights the sensitive nature of religious sites in India and the need for respect and awareness among visitors. The Ganga Sabha's demand for restricted zones is being seriously considered by the government, raising questions about the balance between freedom of expression and cultural sensitivity.
