Masane Holi Controversy: BHU Scholar Calls Cremation Ground Celebrations 'Unscriptural'

• Kashi's unique Masane Holi, celebrated with cremation ashes, sparks controversy.
• Kashi Vidvat Parishad, a top scholar organization, deems it unscriptural and plans to petition authorities to stop it.
• BHU Astrology Head, Pandit Vinay Pandey, states the great cremation ground is sacred and not for festivals, especially with current celebrations violating Kashi's sanctity.
• He emphasizes the cremation ground is Lord Shiva's abode, and human celebrations there are inappropriate.
• The Parishad will soon meet and send a letter to the administration demanding a ban on this tradition.