When Harmony Becomes Selective: The Civilizational Case for Hindu Festivals

The article discusses a perceived double standard in public discourse surrounding Hindu festivals. It argues that while prominent figures in Bharatiya media and entertainment extend greetings and messages of harmony during Muslim festivals like Bakrid, they often use Hindu festivals as occasions to voice criticism, focusing on environmental, social, or political issues.

The article presents a compilation of 15 incidents from 2012 to 2025, highlighting how journalists, actors, musicians, and athletes have selectively criticized Hindu festivals while celebrating others. It claims that this selective approach undermines Hindu civilizational confidence, fuels resentment, and contributes to a broader trend of delegitimizing Hindu traditions in public discourse.

The piece calls for Hindus to affirm their traditions, challenge perceived hypocrisy, and reclaim their narrative to ensure equal respect for all festivals.

Source:https://hindupost.in/media/when-harmony-becomes-selective-the-civilizational-case-for-hindu-festivals/