Kolkata Road Closures Spark Fresh Controversy
Yoga Day controversy
Political Focus on Yoga Day Preparations
Major Event Scheduled at Kolkata
The Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi will attend the celebration of International Yoga Day on 21st June.
This programme will be organized at the Red Road in Kolkata.
Almost 30,000 people are expected to join this programme.
Strict measures of security and logistics have been taken.
Closure of several roads would be there during the event.
Criticism Arises Regarding Public Places
Some representatives of the Muslim community raised some questions about this.
They raised their voice about restricting Eid prayer on the road.
Community leaders felt that same rule should be followed for others as well.
They mentioned the previous incident when Eid prayer was removed from the road.
Traffic management and convenience were the reasons behind it then.
Public Events Should Be Handled Similarly
Many religious leaders demanded an equal approach for both the cases.
They insisted on keeping public convenience in mind in both cases.
They highlighted equality before law in the constitution.
These matters became the talk of the town for all political circles.
BJP Stands Firm Over the Program
Dilip Ghosh refuted all claims of double standards.
He emphasized that the Yoga Day program is a national program.
He emphasized that the security of the Prime Minister needs special treatment.
The BJP leadership maintained that the traffic blockades would be temporary.
They stated that no compromise on security procedures can be tolerated.
Focus of Administration On Security
The administration still prepares for the event.
It is expected that the police authorities will impose heavy security measures.
The traffic blockades will continue throughout the program.
The administration has advised citizens accordingly.
The debate will go on until International Yoga Day comes near.
Yoga Day controversy
