A controversy has erupted over the songs to be performed at Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming live concert in Ahmedabad. Ahead of the event, the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) wrote to the Ahmedabad Police Commissioner on Friday, urging authorities to ensure that songs promoting alcohol, drugs and weapons are not performed during the concert.
Concert Scheduled at Narendra Modi Stadium on November 21
Diljit Dosanjh is scheduled to perform at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on November 21, 2026. The DCPU’s letter follows a complaint filed by Dr Panditrao Dharennavar, a resident of Chandigarh, regarding the concert.
Four Songs Flagged in Complaint
The DCPU has specifically named four songs in its letter: ‘Patiala Peg’, ‘5 Taara Theke’, ‘Jeev Vicho Afeem Labhiya’ and ‘Jatt Uthe Fire Karda Jitthe Pabandi Hathiyaraan Di’. The unit has urged the authorities to ensure that these songs are not performed at the event.
Objection to Modified Lyrics as Well
The letter calls for a ban on songs that promote alcohol consumption, drug use and weapons. The DCPU has also expressed concern over the possibility of the singer performing these songs with modified lyrics, stating that even altered versions could have a negative influence on children and young people.
Concerns Over Children’s Entry, Loud Music and Flashing Lights
The DCPU has also raised concerns about the admission of children above the age of five to the concert. It has flagged the potential impact of sound levels exceeding 120 decibels and rapidly changing flashing lights on young attendees.
The unit has requested the Police Commissioner to take appropriate action. In response, the Commissioner said the matter would be discussed with the government and an appropriate decision would be taken in the public interest.