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Religion
Dance video during Gurbani singing at Jalandhar Gymkhana Club sparks Sikh outrage
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 04:46 PM
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A video showing dancers performing to Gurbani music at a religious event in Jalandhar's Gymkhana Club has gone viral, prompting strong objections from Sikh groups.
A short clip captured at the Gymkhana Club in Jalandhar, Punjab, shows performers dancing while Gurbani verses are being sung during a religious program. The footage was uploaded to social media platforms and quickly spread, drawing the attention of thousands of users.
Sikh organizations across the state have condemned the act, describing it as a disrespectful treatment of sacred hymns. Representatives of these groups have demanded an apology from the event organizers and called for stricter adherence to religious protocols in public gatherings.
The management of the Gymkhana Club has not issued an official statement as of now, and authorities have not reported any legal action. The controversy highlights ongoing sensitivities around the portrayal of religious content in entertainment settings.
Social media users continue to share the video, sparking debates about cultural appropriation and the boundaries of artistic expression in religious contexts.
The incident underscores the need for clear guidelines when organizing events that involve religious elements, especially in a diverse society like India.
Sikh organizations across the state have condemned the act, describing it as a disrespectful treatment of sacred hymns. Representatives of these groups have demanded an apology from the event organizers and called for stricter adherence to religious protocols in public gatherings.
The management of the Gymkhana Club has not issued an official statement as of now, and authorities have not reported any legal action. The controversy highlights ongoing sensitivities around the portrayal of religious content in entertainment settings.
Social media users continue to share the video, sparking debates about cultural appropriation and the boundaries of artistic expression in religious contexts.
The incident underscores the need for clear guidelines when organizing events that involve religious elements, especially in a diverse society like India.