Kanwar Yatra 2024: UP Govt's 'Display Names' Rule for Shops Sparks 'Anti-Muslim' Controversy | ABP News

A controversy erupted in Uttar Pradesh after police ordered eateries on the Kanwar Yatra route in Muzaffarnagar to display their owners' names. Opposition parties likened the move to "apartheid" and the "Judenboycott" in Nazi Germany, alleging it targets Muslim traders. The directive was issued to ensure safety and security during the upcoming Kanwar Yatra, starting July 22. However, Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the government of malicious intent and urged the judiciary to intervene. The opposition claims the move is discriminatory and aims to ostracize Muslim-owned businesses. The issue has sparked a heated debate, with many questioning the government's motives and others supporting the move as a security measure.