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Abhijeet Dipke Apologises to Diljit Dosanjh Over Satluj Comments
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 10:50 AM
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CJP spokesperson Abhijeet Dipke has issued an apology to Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh after the actor criticized him for making mocking remarks about the Satluj river.
A political controversy has emerged in Punjab following a public exchange between Congress Jan Paksha (CJP) spokesperson Abhijeet Dipke and prominent Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh. The incident began when Dipke made remarks that were perceived as mocking the Satluj river, a vital water body in the region.
Diljit Dosanjh, who is well-known for his advocacy regarding environmental and social issues in Punjab, strongly criticized Dipke for the comments. The singer took to social media to express his displeasure, arguing that such remarks were disrespectful to the cultural and ecological significance of the Satluj.
In response to the backlash, Abhijeet Dipke issued an apology to Diljit Dosanjh. He acknowledged the sensitivity of the issue and expressed regret for any hurt caused by his earlier statements. The apology aimed to de-escalate the public feud between the political figure and the entertainment star.
The episode highlights the ongoing sensitivity surrounding water resources and cultural symbols in Punjab, where public figures are often scrutinized for their comments on regional identity.
Diljit Dosanjh, who is well-known for his advocacy regarding environmental and social issues in Punjab, strongly criticized Dipke for the comments. The singer took to social media to express his displeasure, arguing that such remarks were disrespectful to the cultural and ecological significance of the Satluj.
In response to the backlash, Abhijeet Dipke issued an apology to Diljit Dosanjh. He acknowledged the sensitivity of the issue and expressed regret for any hurt caused by his earlier statements. The apology aimed to de-escalate the public feud between the political figure and the entertainment star.
The episode highlights the ongoing sensitivity surrounding water resources and cultural symbols in Punjab, where public figures are often scrutinized for their comments on regional identity.