VHP bars Muslims from participating in garba, dandiya events in Maharashtra; sets rules

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has decided to bar Muslims from taking part in garba and dandiya events during next month's Navratri festival across Maharashtra. It has also set guidelines for organisers to verify the Hindu identity of participants. The measures include checking attendees’ Aadhaar cards and applying ’tilak’ on their foreheads.