New Delhi: Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh’s live concert scheduled for Friday (October 30) at Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium in Delhi has landed in controversy after the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR) took cognisance of a complaint alleging that some of his songs glorify alcohol, drugs and weapons.
The commission has issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner, forwarding a copy of the complaint and directing the police to take appropriate action as per the law.
The controversy comes ahead of Diljit Dosanjh’s much-anticipated concert in the national capital. His next show in December is also expected to take place in Mohali, either at the PCA Stadium in Mullanpur or in Chandigarh.
Complaint Filed on October 14
The complaint was filed before the DCPCR on October 14, 2026, by Chandigarh-based professor Dr Panditrao Dharennavar.
In his complaint, Dharennavar alleged that some songs performed by Diljit Dosanjh contain references that promote or glorify alcohol, drugs and weapons. He expressed concern that such content could negatively influence children’s mental health and behaviour.
Demand to Restrict Certain Songs During Concert
The complainant had specifically requested the commission to prohibit the singer from performing songs allegedly glorifying alcohol, drugs and weapons during his October 30 concert at JLN Stadium.
He also urged the commission to issue an advisory or notice in this regard to prevent the potential impact of such content on children.
DCPCR Forwards Complaint to Delhi Police
A bench comprising DCPCR Chairperson Dr Om Prakash Vyas and members Rahul Gautam and Swati Gupta examined the complaint.
Following its consideration, the commission forwarded the complaint to the Delhi Police Commissioner and directed the police to take appropriate action in accordance with the law.
In its order, the commission stated that it is a statutory body established under the Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005. It also noted that protecting children’s rights and addressing matters affecting their interests fall within its jurisdiction.