CM Suvendu Adhikari Restricts Idol Handling to Sanatanis During Durga Puja

In a recent statement, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari clarified that only adherents of Sanatan Dharma will be permitted to touch and immerse idols during the Durga Puja festivities. The announcement was made during a meeting in Kolkata, as the state gears up for the city’s grand celebrations. Adhikari’s directive comes amid debates about cultural practices and communal participation in the festival. The ruling party’s stance has prompted responses from various community leaders, who argue for broader inclusivity during the immersion process.