A foreign woman’s tattoo of Lord Jagannath on her thigh has ignited a storm of controversy in Odisha.
The incident has sparked outrage among religious groups and social media users, with many calling it a blatant act of cultural insensitivity.
The foreign woman was seen exhibiting the tattoo of Lord Jagannath on her thigh in a tattoo parlour in Bhubaneswar.
Members of the Hindu Sena, a prominent religious organization, have filed a formal complaint at the Saheed Nagar Police Station, citing cultural sacrilege. They have demanded an immediate investigation into the matter.
The uproar began when the woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, posted images of her tattoo on social media. The tattoo, depicting the revered deity on her thigh, has been deemed disrespectful to local religious sentiments.
Reactions on social media have been swift and intense, with netizens and religious groups expressing their dismay over the perceived affront to the sanctity of Lord Jagannath. Many have called for a more respectful approach in handling depictions of culturally significant figures.
The incident underscores the need for sensitivity and understanding in cultural expressions, highlighting the potential for misunderstandings in a diverse country like India.
No comments could be obtained from the foreign woman or the tattoo parlor involved.
