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Muslim Influencer Cancels Jaipur Garba Shows After Threats
- •Social media influencer Javed Khan cancelled his scheduled Garba performances in Jaipur on October 17 and 18 following alleged threats from Hindu outfits.
- •Khan stated that members of two organisations warned event organisers of protests and disruptions if a Muslim artist was allowed to perform.
- •The influencer returned his advance payments and chose to step down to prevent trouble for attendees and organizers.
- •Organizer Ravi Patel confirmed receiving warning calls from members of the Sanatan Suraksha Dal against featuring a non-Hindu artist.
- •Khan announced plans to meet the Jaipur Police Commissioner to submit a formal written complaint regarding the controversy.
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Javed Khan cancelled his scheduled Garba performances in Jaipur on October 17 and 18 following alleged threats from members of Hindu outfits over the participation of a Muslim artist. He returned his advance payments and stated he wanted to avoid any potential disruption that could harm event attendees.
Organizers like Ravi Patel at the Moils Club received warning calls from members of the Sanatan Suraksha Dal demanding that non-Hindu artists be barred from performing. Members of the organization confirmed they had made it clear that they would protest if non-Hindus participated.
Javed Khan stated that he plans to meet with the Jaipur Police Commissioner to submit a formal written complaint and raise the issue regarding the alleged threats and disruptions.
