‘Semi-nude men, women…’: J&K grand mufti reacts sharply to Gulmarg fashion show amid Ramzan | Latest News India
Jammu and Kashmir’s grand mufti Nasir-ur-Islam on Monday strongly condemned the fashion show held in Gulmarg during the holy month of Ramzan, calling it a “cultural invasion”. The Delhi-based designers, whose full names are Shivan Bhatiya and Narresh Kukreja, showcased their skiwear collection on March 7 in Kashmir’s Gulmarg to mark the 15th anniversary of their label. “Semi-nude men and women were walking on the ramp, which is completely unacceptable. It is against our traditions and religious values. Legal action must be taken against those responsible,” the grand mufti said, urging the central government to intervene. Also Read | ‘Vulgarity’: Gulmarg fashion show during Ramzan sparks huge political row; ruckus in J&K assembly “…Such heinous acts are not acceptable in Islam…We are badly hurt and the central government should take action in this matter and stop such things to happen in the soil of J&K,” he said. The fashion show, featuring models in skiwear, has triggered widespread outrage, drawing strong reactions from religious leaders, political figures, and civil society. The controversy has prompted Jammu and …
