London: There have been allegations that meat and alcohol were served at British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Diwali party. The Hindu community therefore expressed strong opposition. According to reports, Hindus objected to British Prime Minister Stormer serving non-vegetarian dishes and alcohol to guests at a Diwali banquet hosted by 10 Downing Street in London, the British Prime Minister’s office and official residence.
Community group Insight UK questioned a “shocking lack of understanding” of the spiritual aspects of Hindu festivals, while others said a wider conversation was needed before such religious events. Insight UK posted on wrote, “The choice of dishes at the Diwali banquet organized by the Prime Minister itself shows shocking symbolism of Diwali. No understanding or respect for the religious traditions associated with the festival.
Hindus question serving of non-vegetarian food
Hindu organizations said it also raised questions about whether Hindu community organizations and religious leaders were consulted to promote cultural sensitivity and inclusivity. A matter of great concern. Even if it’s unintentional, it’s disappointing. “Some British Hindu groups have complained about not receiving invitations to the event, which has been held at 10 Downing Street for many years.
The event was last organized by Rishi Sunak, Britain’s first British Hindu Prime Minister. However, No. 10 Downing Street has yet to comment on the controversy surrounding the banquet held on October 29. Government sources said several communities were invited to the banquet, which also celebrated the Sikh festival of Bandi Chhor Diwas. (language)
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