Controversy over Diljit Dosanjh’s Delhi concert:Demand to ban 3 songs, including ‘Patiala Peg’; singer asked not to wear bullet belt

Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has landed in controversy over his Delhi concert. A complaint has been filed against the concert, seeking a ban on the performance of songs related to alcohol and drugs. These include ‘Patiala Peg’, ‘5 Taara Theke’ and ‘Jeb Vichon Feem Labhiya’. The complaint also seeks a ban on inviting children on stage during the concert. Notably, Diljit Dosanjh will hold a live concert in Delhi on 30 October as part of his Aura India Tour. The event will be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium. Diljit Dosanjh is embarking on an India tour again after nearly two years. His previous India tour was the Dil-Luminati Tour in 2024. After that, he held several concerts abroad. What the complaint says… Cited the High Court order In his complaint, Dr Panditrao Dharenavar cited a 2019 order of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. He called for a ban on songs that promote alcohol, narcotics and violence. The complaint also mentioned the Drug-Free India campaign. Could be harmful to children’s health The complainant, raising concerns about children’s safety, has mentioned sound levels exceeding 120 decibels and flashing lights operating at 5 to 30 hertz. They said that such effects at the concert could be harmful to children’s health. Appeal to act on the demands For now, the complainant has appealed to the Delhi Police to act on these demands. The available information does not confirm what action the police have taken on the complaint. Diljit’s appeal to fans