A video making the rounds on social media has left many people across India shocked and upset. The footage reportedly shows portraits of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Rani Padmavati being used to indicate washrooms in a banquet hall in Sikri, Haryana. Both historical figures are highly revered in Indian culture for their bravery and contributions to the nation’s history.
The display of portraits of these two legendary figures in a restroom is understandably causing outrage among netizens and those familiar with Indian history. A video shared on Instagram by @zindagi.gulzar.h is gaining widespread attention for this reason. It seems that Milan Banquet Hall in Sikri, Faridabad, is facing criticism for using their images on restroom doors to denote facilities for men and women.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the esteemed founder of the Maratha Empire in the 1600s, is highly revered in India, particularly in Maharashtra. He is renowned for safeguarding human rights and is celebrated for his honesty and dedication to his people. Conversely, Rani Padmavati is a legendary figure representing courageous sacrifice, and she holds a place of deep respect within Rajput culture and throughout Rajasthan.
Netizens React To Viral Video
The man in the video shows the portraits and says that many people deeply respect these two icons and will not tolerate having their leaders’ portraits in a washroom like this. It is not just disrespectful to them but also to India’s legacy. The man in the video also asks the banquet authorities to remove the portraits as soon as possible.
Netizens quickly reacted, questioning the banquet hall’s owners and demanding the removal of the portraits. Many called the display disrespectful and urged authorities to take action.