Dear Editor
The advertisement promises that the Phagwah Fete, billed for March 25, would be the “hottest party” of the season, with calls to paint the town “wet and wild”. Are “hottest party” and “wet and wild” concepts of a religious observance? Just asking.
Do promoters even understand the religious significance of Phagwah? Is Phagwah an excuse to fete and get “wet and wild”? Is the “wet” concept being misused and misunderstood?
From the poster online, it does not seem likely that the religious aspect of Phagwah would be observed with any decorum and respect. The Hindu community ought to feel outraged at this affront to one of their significant religious observances.
Sincerely,
Shamshun Mohamed
