Modi-themed chant at Press Club sparks controversy and official denial
A group performed a devotional song praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi inside the Press Club of India, prompting the club to state it had not organized the event.
In Central Delhi, a gathering took place at the Press Club of India where attendees performed an aarti before a statue of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and sang the ‘Modi Chalisa’, repeatedly chanting “Jai-Jai Modi.” Video clips of the ceremony quickly circulated online, drawing public attention. The Press Club clarified that it was not the event’s organizer, noting that the space had been booked by an external group for a press conference.
According to the club, the renting party violated the agreed conditions, prompting staff to step in and stop the proceedings. The club’s statement was posted on X, emphasizing the breach of terms. No further legal or political actions were reported at the time.
Why it matters
The incident highlights sensitivities around political worship and the need for venues to enforce rental agreements.
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