Punjabi singer Mankirt Aulakh’s newly released song has stirred controversy amid ongoing concerns over the promotion of gun culture in Punjab. Despite restrictions on songs that glorify weapons and violence, such content continues to surface, raising questions over enforcement.
The latest case involves Mankirt Aulakh’s new track titled “Aslaha”, which was released on February 6. The song has drawn strong objections from BJP Punjab Trade Cell co-convener Arvind Sharma, who has termed it as promoting violence and encouraging gun culture among youth.
Arvind Sharma has submitted a written complaint to Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, demanding immediate action against the song. In his complaint, Sharma urged authorities to impose a ban on the track and remove it from all digital platforms, including video-sharing and social media sites.
Sharma stated that Punjab is already grappling with serious challenges such as drug abuse, gang rivalries, and the spread of illegal weapons. In such an environment, songs like “Aslaha” could influence young minds, provoke violent tendencies, and pose a direct threat to public order and safety.
He further pointed out that despite the government’s stated restrictions on songs that promote gun culture, such releases continue unchecked. Sharma emphasized that this reflects a failure to curb harmful digital content effectively.
Calling for stricter measures, he appealed to the government and police administration to issue clear and firm guidelines for digital platforms to prevent the circulation of content that glorifies violence. He said decisive action is necessary to safeguard youth and maintain law and order in the state.
The controversy has once again ignited debate over the impact of music and digital media on Punjab’s social environment and the responsibility of creators and platforms alike.
