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India Today
4 days ago
- General
- India Today
‘Eco-friendly bakra' for Id? What a Bhopal Hindu group's drive is all about
A Bhopal-based Hindu outfit that claims to represent Sanatan followers has prepared what it calls 'eco-friendly bakras' ahead of Bakrid and appealed to the Muslim community to 'sacrifice' these instead of living male Tiwari of the Sanskriti Bachao Manch told INDIA TODAY that Hindus are often reminded that their major festivals, such as Holi, Diwali and Ganesh Puja, add to environmental degradation. 'We have started using dry colours and organic gulal on Holi; we are using Ganesh idols made from eco-friendly material; and we have also reduced sound and air pollution by bursting fewer crackers on Diwali. We now appeal to the Muslim community to shun the sacrifice of animals and instead perform symbolic sacrifices,' said Tiwari, adding that the onus of being environment-friendly was on all 'eco-friendly bakra' being pitched is a life-size model of a goat. It is made of mud with hair plastered on it. How has the response to Sanskriti Bachao Manch's appeal been? Well, the 'eco-friendly bakras' have not found any takers yet in claimed he wanted to retail the models at half the cost price of Rs 2,000, the subsidy aimed at promoting the concept. When asked if he had the same advice for those Hindus who offer animal sacrifices, Tiwari said the practice of 'bali' (sacrifice) had waned and it was mostly being done symbolically using a pumpkin instead of an animal. 'We are even against meat shops and killings of any kind, including by Hindus,' he said. Tiwari has four 'eco-friendly bakra' models in his inventory, but said he could supply more at short notice if orders were placed. 'I also appeal to Hindus not to sell goats on Id,' he to India Today Magazine
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Madhya Pradesh: Hindu outfit appeals for eco-friendly Bakrid with clay goats
A Hindu organisation, Sanskriti Bachao Manch in Madhya Pradesh's capital Bhopal, has appealed to the Muslim community to make symbolic sacrifices on the upcoming Eid al-Adha (Bakrid) festival this year using eco-friendly goats prepared from clay. Convener of the organisation, Chandrashekhar Tiwari, has also written a letter to Muslim religious gurus making the appeal for the purpose. He noted that eco-friendly Holi, Deepawali, and Ganesh Utsav could be celebrated, why not eco-friendly Bakrid, stressing that eco-friendly goats should be sacrificed. Speaking to ANI, Tiwari said, "Sanskriti Bachao Manch has been preparing eco-friendly goats made of clay for the last four years to make the sacrifice of these goats on Bakrid. We have priced it at ₹1000 for an eco-friendly goat. When we taught about eco-friendly Deepawali, eco-friendly Holi, asked to make clay idols for eco-friendly Ganesh Utsav and immerse them in our houses, then can't we celebrate an eco-friendly Eid al-Adha? Thousands of gallons of water are wasted to clean the bloodshed (during goat sacrifice)." He further emphasised that the responsibility of protecting the environment is of the four soldiers of Bharat Mata, Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians. "It is the responsibility of Hindus as well as Muslims. We are making efforts for that, and we have issued a letter to the Muslim religious guru requesting them to state in this regard so that a positive message is conveyed," he said. The organisation convener also highlighted that they started celebrating eco-friendly Holi and performing Holika dahan with cow dung cakes as they wanted to save trees. "We started celebrating eco-friendly Diwali with a fuljhadi (sparkler). We began making Durga idols and Ganesh idols out of clay in our house and immersing them in Kyari (garden bed) so that ponds and water bodies are not ruined. Therefore, the responsibility lies with society. There is no point of controversy in this, we are making our positive efforts. No one should be allowed to commit violence. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act should be applied against them as well. This practice should be ended," Tiwari added.
India Today
5 days ago
- General
- India Today
Hindu outfit pitches clay goats for eco-friendly Eid, riles Muslim body
Days ahead of Eid al-Adha or Bakrid, a Hindu organisation based in Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal, has appealed to the country's Muslim community to sacrifice clay models of goats instead of the animals as an eco-friendly measure. The head of the organisation, Sanskriti Bachao Manch, also wrote a letter to several Muslim religious leaders, highlighting that if Hindu festivals such as Holi, Diwali and Ganesh Chaturthi could be celebrated in an eco-friendly manner, then should be Bachao Manch has been preparing eco-friendly goats made of clay for the last four years to make the sacrifice of these goats on Bakrid. We have priced it at Rs 1,000 for an eco-friendly goat. When we taught about eco-friendly Deepawali, eco-friendly Holi, and asked to make clay idols for the eco-friendly Ganesh Utsav and immerse them in our houses, then can't we celebrate an eco-friendly Eid al-Adha? Thousands of gallons of water are wasted to clean up the bloodshed (during goat sacrifice)," Chandrashekhar Tiwari, convener of the outfit, told news agency further said that it is the responsibility of the four soldiers of India - Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians - to protect the environment of the country. advertisement "It is the responsibility of Hindus as well as Muslims. We are making efforts for that, and we have issued a letter to the Muslim religious guru requesting them to state in this regard so that a positive message is conveyed," Tiwari however, brushed aside any point of controversy around their appeal, saying that no one should be allowed to commit violence."We started celebrating eco-friendly Diwali with a fuljhadi (sparkler). We began making Durga idols and Ganesh idols out of clay in our house and immersing them in Kyari (garden bed) so that ponds and water bodies are not ruined. Therefore, the responsibility lies with society. There is no point of controversy in this, we are making our own positive efforts. No one should be allowed to commit violence. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act should be applied against them as well. This practice should be ended," Tiwari told effort, however, didn't sit well with Syed Kaab Rashidi, legal advisor of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, UP. He slammed the appeal, saying such moves only emerge before Islamic festivals despite animal sacrifice for religious beliefs being an exception even in the eyes of law."These people only want to spread confusion against Muslims and Islam. Meat is exported from India and (the country) earns crores by selling meat. Why isn't this wisdom applicable then? India sells leather all over the world and earns crores. Why does no one say anything then? Medicines are also made using animal bones," he MINISTER BLASTS ANIMAL ACTIVISTSadvertisementMaharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane slammed animal activists and environmentalists by questioning why they had appealed for the celebration of virtual Bakrid. He accused them of being selective and only targeting Hindu festivals like Holi and Diwali."Some people advise us not to use firecrackers or colours during our festivals citing environmental concerns. Where have they gone now? Why is there no call for the virtual celebration (not involving animal sacrifice) of Bakrid? Where are those animal lovers who appeal for virtual celebrations of festivals like Holi or Diwali," he was quoted as saying by news agency that India is a "Hindu rashtra", Rane, who is the state Minister for Fisheries and Port Development, said that if the Constitution is applicable to Hindus, then it should be equally applicable to Muslims. "No Sharia law will be applicable," he also questioned the Muslim community for failing to come together to support the idea of eco-friendly Bakrid so that unnecessary matters are prevented and "Hindus would not have to face restrictions in their own societies".He also warned of legal action if goats are sacrificed without adhering to the rules and laws. Rane said that appeals of eco-friendly Eid must be directed to religious Muslim leaders to help animal lovers feel Watch IN THIS STORY#Madhya Pradesh#Maharashtra#Uttar Pradesh
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Time of India
Rape-blackmail case: Another held, lawyers attack accused in court
Bhopal: The three accused involved in the rape, blackmail, sexual harassment, and torture of female students at a private college were produced before the court on Monday. However, the situation quickly escalated as lawyers showed up. Infuriated lawyers created a commotion and physically assaulted the accused in the court premises. Police struggled to shield them. The lawyers demanded that accused be handed to them, cops said. In the case, a fourth FIR was filed against one of the accused on charges of molestation and a fourth accused was arrested. Cops said the fourth accused broke his leg while trying to flee from his hideout. Two accused are still on the run. Bag Sewania police paraded the accused on the main road on Monday morning, making them perform squats. At the court, sensing the escalating threat , police had to summon additional forces. The accused were locked inside the court until around 8:15 pm, having arrived at around 3:30 pm. By 6:00 pm, the judge left the court due to security concern. After a nearly five-hour-long standoff, police attempted to escort an accused, Sahil out through a rear exit, but he was again attacked by lawyers who tore his clothes and inflicted some injuries. Police managed to transport him to the station. During this time, tear gas and pepper sprays were said to be used, but police officers denied using any such items. They also denied that accused or cops were hurt. Cops Initially Skip Med Exam Due To Demonstrations By Right-Wing Outfit Before presenting Farhan and Sahil in court, police took them to JP Hospital for a medical check-up. However, members of the Hindu organisation Sanskriti Bachao Manch staged a protest, demanding the accused be handed over to them, threatening to blacken their faces. The medical exams were skipped but were later conducted. Police Commissioner Harinarayanchari Mishra said that as of now, no case has been filed in the court protest or the JP hospital protest. After the hearing, Sahil was sent to jail, while cops secured a two-day extension of Farhan's custody for further probe.
