Samajwadi Party youth wing files complaint against Dhirendra Shastri in Lucknow
Workers of the Mulayam Singh Youth Brigade demanded an FIR after alleging the preacher made objectionable remarks about Lord Krishna.
Workers of the Samajwadi Party's Mulayam Singh Youth Brigade staged a protest in Lucknow on Wednesday against preacher Dhirendra Shastri. According to Bhaskar English, the group reached the Hazratganj police station to submit a complaint and demand the registration of an FIR.
Mulayam Singh Youth Brigade state secretary Pravesh Yadav submitted the written complaint. Yadav alleged that Shastri made controversial statements regarding Lord Krishna's name, his way of playing the flute, and his tribhanga posture.
Yadav also accused Shastri of using inappropriate language and comparing Lord Krishna with Lord Ram. He stated that it was wrong to insult one deity to praise another, noting that both figures hold distinct importance in Sanatan Dharma.
The protesters claimed the remarks hurt the religious sentiments of crores of devotees. Yadav said that Lord Krishna represents values such as love, compassion, justice, courage, and the protection of dharma.
The workers have demanded that the police take the matter seriously and initiate legal action. Yadav said the protest will continue until action is taken against Shastri.