Four songs by Punjabi singer have been barred from being performed at his November 15 concert in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, over concerns that their alleged promotion of alcohol and violence could adversely impact children and others, officials said on Saturday.
The songs are ”, ‘5 Tara Theke’, ‘Jeb Vicho Feem’ and ‘Jatt Fire Karda’.
The directions were issued by the District Child Protection Officer to the manager of the concert venue following a complaint filed by Chandigarh-based Dr Punditrao Dharenavar, officials said.
According to the letter issued to the venue manager, children above the age of five would be allowed to attend the live concert. It cited concerns that the four songs could have an adverse impact on young audiences.
The directions also referred to a July 22, 2019, order of the and Haryana High Court.
The court had directed the police in Punjab, Haryana and the Union Territory of Chandigarh to ensure that songs glorifying liquor, wine, drugs and violence were not played, including during live performances. The order had highlighted the potential impact of such songs on young children.
In his complaint, Dharenavar cited the High Court order and urged authorities to prevent Dosanjh from performing the four songs, even if their lyrics were altered.
Apart from requesting restrictions on the four songs, Dharenavar sought a ban on the singer inviting children onto the stage during the concert.
He also requested that Dosanjh not wear two crossed silver bullet belts, commonly known as bandoliers, or dummy metallic silver cartridges on his chest during the live performance.
The restrictions come ahead of Dosanjh’s scheduled November 15 concert in Indore, where the venue is expected to allow children above the age of five to attend.
