Abhijeet Dipke has penned a conciliatory note to Diljit Dosanjh after his Delhi concert, recalling how the singer's June protest remark hurt him but emphasising that his respect and admiration for the Punjabi star remain unchanged.Dipke stressed that one disagreement or misunderstanding would not change the respect and admiration he had for Dosanjh. Cockroach Janata Party leader Abhijeet Dipke has reaffirmed his admiration for Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh following the latter's recent Delhi concert, praising his courage and contribution to taking Punjabi music to a global audience.Dipke also revisited a disagreement between the two that dates back to June, admitting that one of the singer's remarks during a protest had left him hurt.However, he maintained that the incident had not changed the respect he has always had for Dosanjh.In a post addressed to Dosanjh, Dipke clarified that his disappointment was not rooted in any personal hostility.
He said he had always viewed the singer as someone who stood up for causes, adding that his admiration for him remained unchanged. "Paaji, back in June, when we were protesting, I was a little hurt by your comment. Not because I had anything against you personally but because I have always seen you as someone who speaks up for the cause, just like you said yourself," Dipke wrote.He went on to describe himself as an admirer of Dosanjh and recalled attending his concert in Chicago in May, shortly before returning to India.
Dipke said he had gone not only to listen to the singer's music but also because he respected the person he was. "Your courage, your authenticity and the way you have taken India to the global stage while staying true to your roots are things I have always admired about you," he wrote.Dipke added that the singer's comment had hurt him precisely because he held him in high regard. However, he stressed that one disagreement or misunderstanding would not change the respect and admiration he had for Dosanjh."Baaki paaji, chhota bhai samajh ke mitti pao," he added, asking the singer to let the matter go and consider him a younger brother.
He ended the message with a line from Dosanjh's song: "Gabru ta vairi nu vi mitha bolda, ni tu ta ferr jatt da pyar goriye."WHY DILJIT DOSANJH'S REMARK DREW CRITICISMThe disagreement dates back to June, when Dosanjh distanced himself from the ongoing protest by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar over alleged irregularities in examinations and the NEET paper-leak controversy.During an Instagram Live session on Wednesday evening, the singer was asked whether he would join the protest. Responding to the question, he said he was an artiste and not a politician."Keep me away from all this.
Bro, I'm an artist. I'm no politician, I don't know what you think I am," Dosanjh said, according to news agency PTI.He then quoted a line from the Guru Granth Sahib: "Nanak dukhiya sab sansar, so sukhiya jis naam aadhaara." The line means that everyone in the world experiences sorrow, while those who take refuge in God's name find peace."Look, everything in this world can never be right.
So, those who are protesting, congratulations to them, and for whom the protest is happening, congratulations to them also, as I don't know anything," he added.His remarks drew criticism from some people who expected him to support the protesters. The response also prompted comparisons with his stand during the 2020 farmers' agitation, when he had publicly backed farmers protesting against the now-repealed farm laws.DILJIT DEFENDS HIS STAND AT DELHI CONCERTThe issue resurfaced during the opening concert of Dosanjh's seven-city Aura India Tour at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi on Friday.Addressing the audience, the singer defended his position and said Punjabis did not need to be taught how to fight for a cause."Punjabion ko naa sikhaao kaise ladayiaan ladi jaati hain (Do not teach Punjabis how to fight battles)," he said.He also referred to the film on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, saying that the community had fought for a long time to get the film made.
Dosanjh added that he preferred to remain quiet and spread love, even towards those who disliked him.The singer also referred to the police action during the Jantar Mantar protest, saying that what had happened was wrong and that the authorities should address the students' demands.AURA INDIA TOUR OPENS IN DELHIDosanjh kicked off his seven-city Aura India Tour at JLN Stadium on Friday. The concert featured his popular Punjabi tracks, audience interactions, laser displays and a drone show.The performance began later than scheduled, with rain and logistical issues contributing to delays.
Several concertgoers also faced long queues outside the stadium over delays in receiving entry wristbands.The show concluded with a visual display featuring the words "I'm an artist, bro", echoing the singer's response to the controversy. Another display featured the words "Main Hoon Punjab (I am Punjab)", underlining his connection with his Punjabi identity.- Ends