India: Artists perfom in Delhi against threat to democracy and protest against Modi

From: Zee News

Artists stage protest at Jantar Mantar against Narendra Modi

Last Updated: Sunday, September 29, 2013, 23:15
New Delhi: Coinciding with Narendra Modi's rally in the city, a group of artists and activists on Sunday staged a protest against the BJP's Prime Ministerial candidate.

The Members of Act Now for Harmony And Democracy (ANHAD) and artistes under the banner of Artistes Against Fascism held a protest at the Jantar Mantar against Modi through music singing Sufi, Thumri and Pop songs and staging stand-up comedy.

"The event showcased importance of freedom of expression and creativity - the two most important feature of democracy under threat if Modi comes to power," an artist said.

"The group of artists had pre-planned this event as a symbolic protest against Modi. We are opposed to his candidature as PM of the country because of his ideologies," says Manan, member of ANHAD.

Manan alleged that Modi's rule would see restrictions on the freedom of speech and expression of people and artists.

PTI

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