Row over loudspeaker use during Ramzan: SP alleges bias, BJP cites SC guidelines
New Delhi, Feb 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) A political row erupted in Uttar Pradesh after Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Kamal Akhtar raised a demand in the Assembly to allow the use of loudspeakers during Iftar and Sehri in Ramzan, prompting sharp reactions from leaders across party lines. During Zero Hour, Akhtar argued that since festivals of all religions — including Holi, Diwali, Dussehra, Kanwar Yatra, as well as Christian and Sikh celebrations — are observed in the state, similar consideration should be given for announcements from mosques during Ramzan.